Original Word: אַרְכָּא
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: arka'
Pronunciation: ar-KAH
Phonetic Spelling: (ar-kaw')
Definition: Length, prolongation
Meaning: length

lengthening, prolonged

(Aramaic) or narkah (Aramaic) {ar-kaw'}; from 'arak; length -- lengthening, prolonged.

see HEBREW 'arak

Word Origin
see arkah
NASB Translation
extension (1), prolonging (1).

אַרְכָֿה (Baer^{Dan 4:24} K^{§ 54, 3. 2})

noun feminine a lengthening, prolonging (ᵑ7); — of time Daniel 4:24; Daniel 7:12.

Word Origin: Derived from the root word אֲרַךְ (arak), which means "to be long."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • While there is no direct one-to-one correspondence between Hebrew and Greek terms for "length," the concept can be related to Greek terms such as μήκος (mēkos), which also means "length" and is used in the New Testament to describe dimensions or extent.

This entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the Aramaic term אַרְכָּא, its usage in the biblical text, and its thematic significance within the context of the Old Testament.

Usage: The term אַרְכָּא is used in the context of describing physical dimensions, specifically referring to the length of an object or structure.

Context: • The Aramaic word אַרְכָּא appears in the context of the Old Testament, particularly in the books of Ezra and Daniel, which contain sections written in Aramaic. This term is used to describe the measurement of length, often in the context of construction or architectural descriptions.
• In the book of Ezra, the word is used to specify the dimensions of the temple and other structures, emphasizing the importance of precise measurements in the restoration and construction efforts led by the returning exiles.
• The use of אַרְכָּא highlights the meticulous attention to detail required in the rebuilding process, reflecting the broader theme of restoration and renewal found in these biblical narratives.
• The term underscores the significance of adhering to divine instructions and the importance of order and precision in the worship and service of God.

אַרְכָ֖ה ארכה וְאַרְכָ֧ה וארכה ’ar·ḵāh ’arḵāh arChah vearChah wə’arḵāh wə·’ar·ḵāhInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts