### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Aramaic word **tᵉqôph**, represented by `{{H8632}}`, denotes **power**, **might**, or **strength**. It appears only **2 times** across **2 unique verses**, both in the book of Daniel. This specific term is used to describe the immense capability and authority associated with kingship, whether it is divinely granted or pridefully claimed.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
The two appearances of `{{H8632}}` present a crucial contrast. In one instance, Daniel interprets a dream for the king, stating that the **God** `{{H426}}` of **heaven** `{{H8065}}` has **given** `{{H3052}}` the king a **kingdom** `{{H4437}}`, **power** `{{H2632}}`, and **strength** `{{H8632}}` [[Daniel 2:37]]. This establishes divine will as the true source of royal authority. Later, the same king, full of pride, boasts about building **great** `{{H7229}}` **Babylon** `{{H895}}` by "the **might** `{{H8632}}` of my **power** `{{H2632}}`" [[Daniel 4:30]], claiming that strength as his own achievement.
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related Aramaic words clarify the context of `{{H8632}}`:
* `{{H2632}}` **chêçen** (power): This word for **strength** or **power** is used in direct parallel with `{{H8632}}` in both of its biblical appearances, emphasizing the concept of formidable ability ([[Daniel 2:37]], [[Daniel 4:30]]).
* `{{H3367}}` **yᵉqâr** (glory, honour): This term is linked to **strength** `{{H8632}}` as an attribute of kingship. It is something **given** `{{H3052}}` by **God** `{{H426}}` but also something a human king seeks for himself ([[Daniel 2:37]], [[Daniel 4:30]]).
* `{{H4437}}` **malkûw** (kingdom): **Strength** is a foundational element of a **kingdom** `{{H4437}}`. The narrative shows that a king's realm and his **strength** `{{H8632}}` are gifts from God [[Daniel 2:37]].
* `{{H3052}}` **yᵉhab** (give): This word is key to understanding the origin of strength. It frames royal **power** `{{H2632}}` and **strength** `{{H8632}}` not as an inherent human quality but as something **given** by **God** `{{H426}}` [[Daniel 2:37]].
### Theological Significance
The theological significance of `{{H8632}}` is focused on the source and purpose of power:
* **Divine Source of Authority:** The primary point is that all legitimate **strength** `{{H8632}}` and dominion originate with **God** `{{H426}}`. He is the one who has **given** `{{H3052}}` kings their **kingdom** `{{H4437}}`, **power** `{{H2632}}`, and **strength** `{{H8632}}` [[Daniel 2:37]].
* **Peril of Human Pride:** The word is used to exemplify the sin of pride when a human **king** `{{H4430}}` claims divine attributes for himself. The boast of building a **kingdom** `{{H4437}}` by one's own **might** `{{H8632}}` stands in direct opposition to the reality of God's sovereignty [[Daniel 4:30]].
* **Component of Kingship:** **Strength** `{{H8632}}` is presented as a necessary quality for a ruler, linked with **power** `{{H2632}}`, **glory** `{{H3367}}`, and **majesty** `{{H1923}}` as the complete package of royal authority ([[Daniel 2:37]], [[Daniel 4:30]]).
### Summary
In summary, while **tᵉqôph** `{{H8632}}` is a rare word, its two occurrences in Daniel are pivotal. It encapsulates a central biblical theme: the distinction between God-given authority and the arrogant appropriation of that power by humanity. The word serves to contrast the humble recognition of divine provision with the prideful boast of self-made strength, ultimately affirming that all true **might** and **strength** find their source in God.
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