Original Word: עֲבִי
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: `abiy
Pronunciation: oh-bee
Phonetic Spelling: (ab-ee')
Definition: "my father" or "father of"
Meaning: density, depth, width

thickness

Or mobiy {ob-ee'}; from abah; density, i.e. Depth or width -- thick(-ness). Compare ab.

see HEBREW abah

see HEBREW ab

Word Origin
from abah
Definition
thickness
NASB Translation
massive* (1), thick (3), thickness (1).

עֲבִי noun [masculine] thickness; — construct נַּבֵּי מָגִנָּיו ׳ע Job 15:26 the thickness (stoutness) of the bosses of his shields (in figurative); suffix עָבְיוֺ its thickness, of the molten sea 1 Kings 7:26 2Chronicles 4:5; of pillar Jeremiah 52:21. — 2Chronicles 4:17 see following — Under עבה belongs perhaps also בְּעַב הֶעָנָן Exodus 19:9 (read בַּעֲבִי ?) in the thickness of the clouds, compare Bu^{ThLz 1892} (3), 63 Kö^{ii 1, 86}.

Word Origin: Derived from the root עָבָה (avah), which means "to be thick" or "to be dense."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G4114 (πλατύς, platus): This Greek term is related to width or breadth, similar to the Hebrew עֲבִי (avi) in its emphasis on spatial dimensions. In the New Testament, πλατύς is used to describe broad or wide paths, often in a metaphorical sense to contrast with narrow paths, symbolizing choices or ways of life.

Usage: The word עֲבִי (avi) is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe the physical properties of objects, often in the context of construction or natural features. It conveys the idea of something being substantial or having significant mass or volume.

Context: • The term עֲבִי (avi) appears in various contexts within the Hebrew Scriptures, often related to the construction of sacred or significant structures. For example, it is used to describe the thickness of the walls or the depth of certain architectural elements. This term underscores the importance of stability and durability in construction, reflecting the cultural and religious emphasis on creating lasting and secure edifices.
• In the context of natural features, עֲבִי (avi) can describe the density of forests or the depth of waters, highlighting the richness and abundance of creation. This usage reflects a worldview that sees the natural world as both a resource and a testament to divine creativity and provision.
• The concept of thickness or density also carries metaphorical implications, suggesting strength, protection, and impenetrability. These attributes are often associated with divine protection or the enduring nature of God's promises and covenants.

בַּ֝עֲבִ֗י בעבי וְעָבְי֛וֹ וְעָבְי֣וֹ ועביו ba‘ăḇî ba·‘ă·ḇî baaVi veaveYo wə‘āḇəyōw wə·‘ā·ḇə·yōwInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts