Definition
a primitive root; to equalize, i.e. straighten (intransitive or transitive); figuratively, to compose
Traditional renderings: set in order, make straight.
Traditional renderings: set in order, make straight.
In the Greek Old Testament
How the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders תָּקַן:
- κόσμιοςkosmios“respectable”always
Usage patterns
Occurrences
3 total
- Ecclesiastes 1:15לִתְקֹ֑ן · be straightenedWhat is crooked cannot be straightened, and what is lacking cannot be counted.
- Ecclesiastes 7:13לְתַקֵּ֔ן · straightenConsider the work of God: Who can straighten what He has bent?
- Ecclesiastes 12:9תִּקֵּ֖ן · and arrangedNot only was the Teacher wise, but he also taught the people knowledge; he pondered, searched out, and arranged many proverbs.