### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Hebrew word **ʻâçîyç**, represented by `{{H6071}}`, refers to **must or fresh grape-juice (as just trodden out)**, often translated as **juice, new (sweet) wine**. It appears **5 times** across **5 unique verses** in the Bible. This term specifically denotes the freshly pressed juice of the grape, symbolizing intense sweetness and immediacy.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
In prophetic literature, `{{H6071}}` is frequently used to depict eschatological extremes. In promises of future restoration, the mountains will "drop **sweet wine**" [[Amos 9:13]] and "drop down **new wine**" [[Joel 3:18]], signifying a time of supernatural abundance. Conversely, it can illustrate divine judgment, as God's enemies will be made "drunken with their own blood, as with **sweet wine**" [[Isaiah 49:26]]. The removal of **new wine** is also a sign of judgment, causing drunkards to weep when it is "cut off" from them [[Joel 1:5]]. In a more intimate context, it is offered as "the **juice** of my pomegranate" as part of a special drink shared between lovers [[Song of Solomon 8:2]].
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words help clarify the specific meaning of ʻâçîyç:
* `{{H3196}}` **yayin** (wine (as fermented); by implication, intoxication; banqueting, wine, wine(-bibber).): This is a general term for fermented wine, often used alongside ʻâçîyç. In [[Joel 1:5]], drinkers of **yayin** lament the loss of **new wine** `{{H6071}}`, while in [[Song of Solomon 8:2]], **juice** `{{H6071}}` is a component of a special **yayin**.
* `{{H7937}}` **shâkar** (to become tipsy; in a qualified sense, to satiate with a stimulating drink or (figuratively) influence; (be filled with) drink (abundantly), (be, make) drunk(-en), be merry.): This verb describes the state of being drunk. It is used metaphorically in [[Isaiah 49:26]], where oppressors will be made **drunken** with their own blood as if with **sweet wine** `{{H6071}}`, highlighting the potent, overwhelming nature of the substance.
* `{{H8354}}` **shâthâh** (to imbibe (literally or figuratively); [idiom] assuredly, banquet, [idiom] certainly, drink(-er, -ing), drunk ([idiom] -ard), surely.): As the common verb for "to drink," this word describes the consumption of wine. The "drinkers" of wine mentioned in [[Joel 1:5]] are directly affected by the absence of **new wine** `{{H6071}}`.
### Theological Significance
The theological weight of `{{H6071}}` lies in its powerful, contextual symbolism.
* **Sign of Abundant Blessing:** In prophetic promises, overflowing **new wine** `{{H6071}}` represents a period of extreme, divinely-given prosperity and restoration, where the natural world supernaturally provides for God's people ([[Amos 9:13]], [[Joel 3:18]]).
* **Metaphor for Judgment:** The term is used to describe the totality of God's wrath. Enemies will become **drunken** on their own blood "as with **sweet wine**" [[Isaiah 49:26]], implying a swift and disorienting defeat. Its removal is also a form of judgment [[Joel 1:5]].
* **Symbol of Intimate Joy:** In a personal context, **juice** `{{H6071}}` is a component of a precious drink offered between lovers, representing choice fellowship and deep affection [[Song of Solomon 8:2]].
### Summary
In summary, `{{H6071}}` **ʻâçîyç** is more than just a general term for wine; it is the fresh, sweet juice of newly trodden grapes. Its biblical usage is concentrated and potent, serving as a powerful symbol for opposite extremes. It can represent God's overwhelming blessing in an era of peace and supernatural abundance or His complete and disorienting judgment upon His enemies. Its use in Song of Solomon also gives it a dimension of personal intimacy, making it a word rich with contextual meaning.
TRV