ἈΒΒΑ, ἀββα
ABBA, abba
Sounds Like: AB-bah
Translations: Abba, Father, O Father
From the root: ἈΒΒΑ
Part of Speech: Noun, Proper Noun
Explanation: This word is a transliteration of an Aramaic word meaning 'Father'. It is an intimate and respectful term, similar to 'Daddy' or 'Papa' but also conveying deep reverence. It is used as a direct address to God, emphasizing a close and personal relationship.
Inflection: Does not inflect (transliterated Aramaic)
Strong’s number: G0005 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Swete's Recension of the Greek Septuagint
- 2 Chronicles — 29:1
Tischendorf's Greek New Testament
From the same root
No other words from the same root, ἈΒΒΑ, appear in our texts.
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