Original Word: פְרַק
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: praq
Pronunciation: peh-RAHK
Phonetic Spelling: (per-ak')
Definition: Joint, knuckle
Meaning: to discontinue

break off

(Aramaic) corresponding to paraq; to discontinue -- break off.

see HEBREW paraq

Word Origin
(Aramaic) corresponding to paraq
Definition
to tear away, break off
NASB Translation
break away (1).

[מְּרַק] verb tear away, break off (see Biblical Hebrew [מָּרַק]); —

Pe`al Imperative masculine singular מְּרֻק Daniel 4:24 (compare Dr), acc of sins + ב instrumental

Word Origin: Aramaic; a root word

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • While there is no direct Greek equivalent for the Aramaic פְרַק, the concept of breaking or discontinuing can be related to Greek terms such as λύω (luo • Strong's Greek 3089), which means to loosen, break, or dissolve, and καταργέω (katargeo • Strong's Greek 2673), which means to render inactive or abolish. These Greek terms capture similar themes of breaking or bringing something to an end, as seen in the New Testament context.

Usage: This Aramaic verb is used in the context of breaking off or discontinuing something. It appears in the Aramaic portions of the Old Testament, specifically in the book of Daniel.

Context: • The Aramaic verb פְרַק (peraq) is found in the book of Daniel, which contains sections written in Aramaic. This verb is used to convey the idea of breaking off or discontinuing, often in a context where something is being separated or removed. In Daniel 2:31-45, the term is used in the interpretation of King Nebuchadnezzar's dream, where the stone that breaks off from a mountain without human hands symbolizes a kingdom that will break and bring an end to other kingdoms. The imagery of breaking off is significant in illustrating divine intervention and the establishment of God's kingdom, which will discontinue the reign of earthly powers. The use of פְרַק in this context emphasizes the sovereignty and ultimate authority of God in the affairs of human kingdoms.

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