Original Word: אָמְנָה
Part of Speech: Adverb
Transliteration: omnah
Pronunciation: oom-nah'
Phonetic Spelling: (om-naw')
Definition: Faithfulness, trustworthiness
Meaning: surely

indeed

Feminine form of 'omen (in its usual sense); adverb, surely -- indeed.

see HEBREW 'omen

Word Origin
from aman
Definition
verily, truly, indeed
NASB Translation
actually (1), truly (1).

אָמְנָה adverb (from אֹמֶן by affix ָ  ה) verily, truly, indeed Genesis 20:12 (E) Joshua 7:20 (JE).

Word Origin: Derived from the root אָמַן (aman), which conveys the idea of firmness, certainty, or truth.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct one-to-one correspondence between Hebrew and Greek terms, the concept of certainty and truth expressed by אָמְנָה can be related to Greek terms such as ἀληθῶς (alēthōs, Strong's Greek 230), meaning "truly" or "certainly," and ἀμήν (amēn, Strong's Greek 281), which is used to affirm truth and is often translated as "amen" or "truly." These Greek terms similarly convey affirmation and certainty in the New Testament context.

Usage: This word is used in the Hebrew Bible to emphasize the truthfulness or certainty of a statement, often in contexts where assurance or affirmation is needed.

Context: The Hebrew word אָמְנָה (omnah) is an adverb that appears in the Hebrew Bible to convey a sense of certainty or affirmation. It is derived from the root אָמַן (aman), which is associated with concepts of faithfulness, reliability, and truth. The use of אָמְנָה is relatively rare, but it serves an important function in the text by underscoring the veracity of a statement or the reliability of a promise.

In the context of biblical literature, אָמְנָה is often employed in dialogues or declarations where the speaker seeks to assure the listener of the truthfulness of their words. This can be seen in instances where a speaker is making a solemn declaration or confirming a previously stated fact. The use of this adverb adds weight to the statement, reinforcing the speaker's intent to convey truth.

For example, in 2 Kings 19:17, the word is used to affirm the truth of a statement regarding the actions of the Assyrian kings: "It is true, O LORD, that the kings of Assyria have laid waste these nations and their lands." Here, the use of אָמְנָה emphasizes the reality of the situation being described.

The concept of truth and certainty is central to the biblical worldview, and words like אָמְנָה play a crucial role in expressing these themes. The adverbial form underscores the importance of truthfulness in communication and the reliability of God's promises.

אָמְנָ֗ה אמנה ’ā·mə·nāh ’āmənāh ameNahInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts