### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Hebrew word **ʼômer**, represented by `{{H562}}`, is a term for **something said**. It appears 6 times across 6 unique verses. Its meaning encompasses a range of spoken things, from general speech to a specific promise or word.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
In biblical usage, `{{H562}}` is applied in several distinct ways. It describes the non-verbal **speech** that creation utters day and night, showing forth knowledge [[Psalms 19:2]]. This is immediately clarified, stating there is no actual **speech** or language where a voice is heard [[Psalms 19:3]]. It can refer to a specific **promise** from God, as the psalmist asks if God's mercy is gone and if His **promise** has failed [[Psalms 77:8]]. The Lord gives the **word** to be published by a great company [[Psalms 68:11]], and in Habakkuk, God's **word** is connected to the oaths of the tribes [[Habakkuk 3:9]]. It is also used for a **thing** decreed by a person, which will then be established [[Job 22:28]].
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words expand upon the concept of spoken declaration and its effects:
* `{{H5042}}` **nâbaʻ** (to gush forth; figuratively, to utter): This verb describes how the "speech" of `{{H562}}` is conveyed. In [[Psalms 19:2]], day "uttereth" speech, suggesting a continuous, gushing forth of testimony.
* `{{H1504}}` **gâzar** (to cut down or off; to decree): This word is used in conjunction with `{{H562}}` to signify a decisive declaration. In [[Job 22:28]], a righteous person shall "decree" a thing, giving their word the force of a decision.
* `{{H1697}}` **dâbâr** (a word; a matter or thing): This common term for "word" or "language" is used alongside `{{H562}}` in [[Psalms 19:3]] to emphasize that creation's testimony is silent, having "no speech nor language."
* `{{H1319}}` **bâsar** (to announce glad news; publish): This describes the action taken with the divine word. After the Lord gives the "word" `{{H562}}`, a great company was there to "publish" it [[Psalms 68:11]].
* `{{H6965}}` **qûwm** (to rise; confirm; make good; stand): This verb shows the outcome of a spoken decree. When a person decrees a "thing" `{{H562}}`, it is promised that it "shall be established" [[Job 22:28]].
### Theological Significance
The theological weight of `{{H562}}` is seen in its divine applications.
* **Creation's Testimony:** The heavens and the cycle of day and night have a constant **speech** that reveals God's glory and knowledge to the world without audible sound [[Psalms 19:2]].
* **The Divine Word:** The term is used for the **word** that God himself gives. This divine utterance is powerful and intended for proclamation [[Psalms 68:11]]. It is as binding as his covenantal oaths [[Habakkuk 3:9]].
* **God's Unfailing Promise:** In a moment of deep lament, the psalmist's foundational hope rests in God's **promise**. The question of whether this promise could fail highlights its perceived certainty and importance to the believer's faith [[Psalms 77:8]].
### Summary
In summary, `{{H562}}` is a specific term that captures the essence of a spoken declaration. While rare, its usage is significant, illustrating a spectrum from the silent, constant **speech** of creation to the powerful and binding **word** or **promise** of God. It shows how what is said, whether by God or by man in alignment with Him, carries substance and is intended to have a real effect.
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