קְצָת (qe.tsat)
qe.tsat
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A:N-FQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
The Aramaic noun qetsat means "end" or "limit." It appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, in Daniel 8:19, where it marks a definitive boundary in a prophetic vision. The text uses it to signal that a specific period of trouble is reaching its conclusion, establishing a clear terminus for the events described.
This word is the Aramaic counterpart to the Hebrew qets (H7117). While the Hebrew term appears more frequently across various books, this Aramaic form carries the same weight in Daniel’s court narratives. It does not imply a vague or distant future, but rather a concrete point of closure. In Daniel 8:19, it serves as a marker of finality, assuring the reader that the vision has a defined end.
Its singular usage highlights the precision of apocalyptic language in Daniel. The word functions as a structural anchor, dividing time into distinct phases. By placing qetsat at the close of the vision’s explanation, the text emphasizes that divine prophecy is not endless speculation but a narrative with a resolved conclusion.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word qetsat appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, found in Daniel 8:19. It marks a definitive boundary in a prophetic vision, signaling that a specific period of trouble is reaching its conclusion. This Aramaic noun carries the same weight as its Hebrew counterpart, establishing a clear terminus for the events described.
For your faith, this offers a profound sense of stability. Divine prophecy is not endless speculation but a narrative with a resolved conclusion. By placing qetsat at the close of the vision’s explanation, the text emphasizes that God’s plans have a defined end. You can trust that history moves toward a purposeful resolution.
This assurance allows you to face uncertainty with peace. When challenges seem overwhelming, remember that every season has its limit. The same God who sets boundaries in prophecy also guides your life. Rest in the knowledge that His purposes will be fulfilled.
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.
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