Strong’s H8615

תִּקְוָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

tiqvah

Pronunciation

tik-VAH

Definition

Hope, expectation

Meaning

a cord, expectancy

Usage

The Hebrew word "tiqvah" primarily denotes a sense of hope or expectation. It is used in the Old Testament to convey a confident anticipation of good, often in the context of God's promises and deliverance. This hope is not a mere wishful thinking but a firm assurance based on the character and faithfulness of God.

Bible references

Joshua 2:18;Joshua 2:21;Ruth 1:12;Job 4:6;Job 5:16;Job 6:8;Job 7:6;Job 8:13;Job 11:18;Job 11:20;Job 14:7;Job 14:19;Job 17:15;Job 17:15;Job 19:10;Job 27:8;Psalm 9:18;Psalm 62:5;Psalm 71:5;Proverbs 10:28;Proverbs 11:7;Proverbs 11:23;Proverbs 19:18;Proverbs 23:18;Proverbs 24:14