בְּשֹׂרָה
be.s.vo.rah (H1309)
good news
AI Word Study
The Hebrew word "בְּשֹׂרָה" (H1309) is defined as "good news." Its semantic domain is related to sin and righteousness, suggesting that the good news it conveys is ultimately about a right relationship with God or societal norms. This word is used a total of six times in the Hebrew Bible. Analysis of the word's usage reveals a limited but deliberate application. Instead of being a frequent or casual expression, "בְּשֹׂרָה" appears to be a careful choice in specific contexts. This precision lends significance to its meaning, implying that the concept of "good news" is serious and potentially transformative. The rarity and deliberate application of "בְּשֹׂרָה" emphasize the importance of the message it conveys. Given its focus on sin and righteousness, it is possible that the good news referred to is a correction or reversal of negative conditions or circumstances. The limited occurrences suggest that this concept is crucial, but not pervasive, in the Hebrew Bible's narrative and themes.
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when someone told me, ‘Behold, Saul is dead,’ thinking that he brought good news, I seized him and killed him in Ziklag, which was the reward I gave him for his news.
Joab said to him, “You must not be the bearer of news today, but you must carry news another day. But today you must carry no news, because the king’s son is dead.”
Then Ahimaaz the son of Zadok said yet again to Joab, “But come what may, please let me also run after the Cushite.” Joab said, “Why do you want to run, my son, since you will have no reward for the news?”
The watchman cried, and told the king. The king said, “If he is alone, there is news in his mouth.” He came closer and closer.
The watchman said, “I think the running of the first one is like the running of Ahimaaz the son of Zadok.” The king said, “He is a good man, and comes with good news.”
Then they said to one another, “We aren’t doing right. Today is a day of good news, and we keep silent. If we wait until the morning light, punishment will overtake us. Now therefore come, let’s go and tell the king’s household.”