עֵצָה
Advice ; by implication, plan ; also prudence
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What does עֵצָה (‘ăṣaṯ) mean in the Bible?
עֵצָה (‘ăṣaṯ) is a Hebrew word meaning "advice ; by implication, plan ; also prudence". advice; by implication, plan; also prudence BDB: counsel Usage: advice, advisement, counsel([-lor]), purpose. Wisdom provides the counsel necessary for righteous decision-making. This term runs through the canonical themes of Justice, Wisdom.
Meaning
Counsel as both human advice and God's sovereign plan; carries weight of deliberative wisdom and intention
advice; by implication, plan; also prudence BDB: counsel Usage: advice, advisement, counsel([-lor]), purpose.
Why This Word Matters
Wisdom provides the counsel necessary for righteous decision-making. Isaiah 28:23-29
God’s judgments arise from deliberate and wise planning. Isaiah 46:8-11
Expresses the deliberate intent of God’s sovereign will. Proverbs 8:12-21
Grammatical Forms
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Canonical Themes
Biblical Occurrences
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