נְצַח
𐤍𐤑𐤇
nᵉtsach
H5330 verb
SILEX Entry
Definition
(Aramaic) To become preeminent, to excel, or to assume chief status; specifically, to be recognized as first or preferred above others, typically in positions of leadership or rank.
Semantic Range
to become preeminent, to excel, to surpass others, to be preferred, to be appointed chief or first, to be distinguished or promoted
Root / Etymology
Corresponds to the Hebrew root נצח, which in Hebrew means 'to excel, to be preeminent, to lead, to oversee, to endure.' The Aramaic verbal form reflects a denominative or causative nuance, emphasizing appointment or being recognized as chief. The root conveys a sense of enduring dominance or sustained superiority.
Historical & Contextual Notes
In the Aramaic portions of the Hebrew Bible, notably Daniel and Ezra, נְצַח appears in administrative or courtly contexts, denoting promotion or appointment to an elevated status, particularly among officials. The verb occurs primarily in Daniel 6:3, where Daniel is said to 'distinguish himself' or 'excel' above the administrators, resulting in his consideration for high office. This usage parallels the Hebrew verbal root's range but in Aramaic is particularly associated with recognition of excellence or ranking above peers. The meaning is distinct from the common Hebrew noun נֵצַח ('perpetuity, endurance, splendor'). English translations such as 'be preferred' or 'become chief' can obscure the nuance of competitive excellence inherent in the verb, which also entails public acknowledgement of superiority. Its usage is limited to late biblical Aramaic; it does not occur in early biblical Hebrew narrative.
Original Strong's Gloss (1890)
(Aramaic) corresponding to נָצַח; to become chief; be preferred.
Bantu Hebrew
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נצח (n-ṣ-ḥ) — to excel, to be preeminent, to surpass, to lead
| Strong's | Lemma | SIBI-P1 |
|---|---|---|
| H5329 | נָצַח | to the overseeing one |
| H5331 | נֶצַח | to perpetuity? |
| H5332 | נֵצַח | their blood-juice |
| H5335 | נְצִיחַ | Netsiach |
Word Forms
1 distinct form
| SIDANCE | Surface | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
H5330-01 |
מִתְנַצַּ֔ח | mitenatsach | AVMrmsa |
seeking | self-exalting one | 1 |
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence
| SIDANCE | Reference | Word | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
H5330-01 |
Daniel 6:4 | מִתְנַצַּ֔ח | mitenatsach | AVMrmsa |
seeking | self-exalting one |