אַמְצָה
𐤀𐤌𐤑𐤄
ʼamtsâh
H556 noun
SILEX Entry
Definition
A substantive denoting strength, might, or force, especially in the context of physical power, courage, or vigor. The word is used to describe both literal and figurative forms of strength, such as physical fortitude in battle, moral courage, or internal resolve.
Semantic Range
strength, force, might, power, courage, resoluteness, vigor
Root / Etymology
Root: אָמַץ (אמץ), meaning 'to be strong, to strengthen, to harden.' אַמְצָה is a feminine noun form patterned after other feminine abstracts, and derives from the verbal concept of 'being strong' or 'prevailing.'
Historical & Contextual Notes
אַמְצָה appears infrequently in the Hebrew Bible (e.g., Job 17:9), where it communicates an abstract, embodied quality of strength or steadfastness, whether physical, mental, or moral. Usage is primarily poetic or literary rather than in everyday narrative. It stands in contrast to עֹז (oz), which more typically denotes boldness or military might, and גְּבוּרָה (gevurah), which is often used for heroic strength. English renderings such as 'strength' or 'force' are generally adequate, but may overlook the sense of resilient or enduring strength implied in the Hebrew. In later Hebrew, the root continues to signify strength and courage, but the abstract noun form remains relatively rare.
Original Strong's Gloss (1890)
from אָמַץ; force; strength.
Bantu Hebrew
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אמץ (ʾ-m-ts) — be strong, strengthen, harden, prevail
Word Forms
1 distinct form
| SIDANCE | Surface | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
H556-01 |
אַמְצָ֥ה | ametsah | HNcfsa |
strength | strength | 1 |
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence
| SIDANCE | Reference | Word | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
H556-01 |
Zechariah 12:5 | אַמְצָ֥ה | ametsah | HNcfsa |
strength | strength |