Strong’s H6006

עָמַס

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

`amac

Pronunciation

ah-MAS

Definition

To melt, dissolve, faint, waste away

Meaning

to load, impose a, burden

Usage

The Hebrew verb "amas" primarily conveys the idea of melting or dissolving, often used metaphorically to describe the weakening or fainting of one's heart or spirit. It can imply a physical or emotional state of being overwhelmed, discouraged, or losing strength. This term is often used in contexts where fear, distress, or divine judgment causes a person or group to lose courage or resolve.

Bible references

Genesis 44:13;1 Kings 12:11;2 Chronicles 10:11;Nehemiah 4:17;Nehemiah 13:15;Psalm 68:19;Isaiah 46:1;Isaiah 46:3;Zechariah 12:3