Biblical Hebrew 1 Flashcards
Vocabulary with transliteration, pronunciation, and application (30 cards)
נֶפֶשׁ
Nefesh (NEH-fesh)
שָׁלוֹם
Shalom (Shah-LOHM)
תִּצֹּר שָׁלוֹם שָׁלוֹם כִּי בְךָ בָּטָחוּ
Isaiah 26:3
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”
(Titzor shalom shalom ki vecha batachu.)
This word is more than just the “soul” as understood in Western thought. It refers to the whole being—both physical and spiritual. This word is often translated as “life” or “self.” When God breathed life into Adam, he became a _______ chayah (a living soul), highlighting the connection between breath and life itself.
נֶפֶשׁ Nefesh (NEH-fesh)
This word is more than just a greeting or a wish for peace. It conveys a deep sense of wholeness, harmony, and well-being. It is is often used in the Bible to describe God’s blessings and the ideal state of life under His covenant.
שָׁלוֹם Shalom (Shah-LOHM)
אוֹר
Or (Ohr)
This word is a central theme in the Hebrew Bible, often used to describe God’s unwavering love and mercy toward His people. It signifies a deep, covenantal kindness that goes beyond obligation.
חֶסֶד Chesed (KHEH-sed)
This word comes from the root אָמַן (aman), meaning “to support” or “to make firm.” It signifies a deep, unwavering trust in God, not just belief but a lived-out faithfulness.
אֵמוּנָה Emunah (eh-moo-NAH)
Blessing, gift, prosperity, divine favor.
בְּרָכָה Berachah (buh-rah-KHAH)
Light, illumination, divine presence.
אוֹר Or (Ohr)
“וְצַדִּיק בֶּאֱמוּנָתוֹ יִחְיֶה”
Habakkuk 2:4
“But the righteous shall live by his faith.”
(V’tzaddik b’emunato yichyeh.)
אֵמוּנָה
Emunah (eh-moo-NAH)
Soul, life, being, breath.
נֶפֶשׁ Nefesh (NEH-fesh)
Peace, completeness, wholeness, welfare, prosperity.
שָׁלוֹם Shalom (Shah-LOHM)
“וַאֲבָרֶכְךָ וַאֲגַדְּלָה שְׁמֶךָ וֶהְיֵה בְּרָכָה”
Genesis 12:2
“I will bless you and make your name great, and you shall be a blessing.”
(Va’avarechecha va’agadlah shmecha veh’yeh berachah.)
This word appears in the very first command of creation. In the Bible, it is often associated with divine revelation, wisdom, and salvation. In Jewish tradition, or represents both physical and spiritual enlightenment.
אוֹר Or (Ohr)
נֶפֶשׁ Nefesh (NEH-fesh)
Soul, life, being, breath.
The root of this word means “to kneel,” suggesting that blessings are tied to humility and reverence before God. This word appears frequently in the Bible, often referring to God’s blessings upon individuals and nations.
בְּרָכָה Berachah (buh-rah-KHAH)
אוֹר Or (Ohr)
Light, illumination, divine presence.
Loving-kindness, mercy, steadfast love, covenantal faithfulness.
חֶסֶד Chesed (KHEH-sed)
בְּרָכָה Berachah (buh-rah-KHAH)
Blessing, gift, prosperity, divine favor.
Faith, faithfulness, steadfastness, trust.
אֵמוּנָה Emunah (eh-moo-NAH)
“וַיִּפַּח בְּאַפָּיו נִשְׁמַת חַיִּים וַיְהִי הָאָדָם לְנֶפֶשׁ חַיָּה”
Genesis 2:7
“And He breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being (nefesh chayah).”
(Vayipach b’apav nishmat chayim vay’hi ha’adam l’nefesh chayah.)
“הוֹדוּ לְאֵל הַשָּׁמָיִם כִּי לְעוֹלָם חַסְדּוֹ”
Psalm 136:26
“Give thanks to the God of heaven, for His chesed endures forever.”
(Hodu l’El hashamayim ki l’olam chasdo.)
