Definition
feminine of H5228; properly, straightforwardness, i.e. (figuratively) integrity, or (concretely) a truth
Traditional renderings: equity, right (thing), uprightness.
Traditional renderings: equity, right (thing), uprightness.
In the Greek Old Testament
How the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders נְכֹחָה:
- ἀλήθειαalētheia“truth”always
Usage patterns
Occurrences
4 total
- Isaiah 26:10נְכֹח֖וֹת · of righteousnessThough grace is shown to the wicked man, he does not learn righteousness. In the land of righteousness he acts unjustly and fails to see the majesty of the LORD.
- Isaiah 30:10נְכֹח֑וֹת · the truthThey say to the seers, “Stop seeing visions!” and to the prophets, “Do not prophesy to us the truth! Speak to us pleasant words; prophesy illusions.
- Isaiah 59:14וּנְכֹחָ֖ה · and honestySo justice is turned away, and righteousness stands at a distance. For truth has stumbled in the public square, and honesty cannot enter.
- Amos 3:10נְכֹחָ֖ה · right“For they know not how to do right,” declares the LORD. “They store up violence and destruction in their citadels.”