Strong’s H6118

עֵקֶב

Part of speech

noun masculine; adverb accusative; conjunction

Transliteration

`eqeb

Pronunciation

ay'-keb

Definition

Reward, consequence, result, because, heel

Meaning

a heel, the last of anything, result, compensation, on account of

Usage

The Hebrew word "eqeb" primarily denotes the idea of a consequence or result, often in the context of a reward or recompense for actions. It can also imply causation, as in "because" or "on account of." The term is used to express the outcome of a particular behavior or action, whether positive or negative.

Bible references

Genesis 22:18;Genesis 26:5;Numbers 14:24;Deuteronomy 7:12;Deuteronomy 8:20;2 Samuel 12:6;2 Samuel 12:10;Psalm 19:11;Psalm 40:15;Psalm 70:3;Psalm 119:33;Psalm 119:112;Proverbs 22:4;Isaiah 5:23;Amos 4:12