ΓΑΒΗΣ, γαβης
GABĒS, gabēs
Sounds Like: gah-BAYS
Translations: Jabez
From the root: ΓΑΒΗΣ
Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Explanation: This word appears to be a transliteration of the Hebrew proper name 'Jabez' (יַעְבֵּץ), as found in the Old Testament, particularly in 1 Chronicles 4:9-10. However, the standard Koine Greek transliteration of this name is 'Ἰαβής' (Iabes) or 'Ἰαβές' (Iabes), with an initial iota. The form 'Γαβής' without the iota is highly unusual and likely a misspelling or a transcription error. In the biblical narrative, Jabez is known for his prayer to God for blessing and protection.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Unknown: Yes
Instances
Swete's Recension of the Greek Septuagint
- 1 Chronicles — 4:9
From the same root
No other words from the same root, ΓΑΒΗΣ, appear in our texts.
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