עָתִיק (a.tiq)
a.tiq
surpassing
H:AQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
The Hebrew adjective atiq describes something that is eminent, surpassing, or choice in quality. It conveys a sense of splendor and high distinction, setting apart what is exceptional from the ordinary. In the single biblical occurrence found in Isaiah 43:15, it modifies God’s identity as the one who establishes and transforms, emphasizing His supreme authority and majesty.
While its primary usage here highlights excellence, lexical sources also note a secondary nuance of durability or antiquity, linking "surpassing" status with enduring strength. This dual sense suggests that true eminence is not fleeting but stable and lasting. The word thus points to a quality that is both outstanding in character and steadfast in existence, reflecting the eternal nature of the Divine King described in the text.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word atiq appears only once in Scripture, in Isaiah 43:15, where it describes God as having a surpassing nature. This single occurrence highlights His supreme authority and majesty, setting Him apart from all ordinary things. It conveys a sense of splendor and high distinction that is both outstanding in character and steadfast in existence.
This dual sense suggests that true eminence is not fleeting but stable and lasting. When we encounter this word, we are reminded of the eternal nature of the Divine King. His excellence is not temporary; it is rooted in an enduring strength that remains constant through every season of life.
For your faith, this means you can trust in a God whose character is unchanging. In moments of uncertainty, remembering His surpassing quality offers a foundation of stability. It invites us to rest in the knowledge that the One who establishes and transforms is fully capable of guiding our steps with supreme authority.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
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Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- עָתִֽיק\׃\ \פ1×