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H318 · Hebrew - Old Testament
אָחֳרֵין
Ochoreyn
Adverb (Aramaic)
At last / Finally / Afterward

Definition

An Aramaic adverb meaning 'at last,' 'afterward,' or 'finally.' Used in Daniel 4:8 where Daniel comes 'at last' before Nebuchadnezzar after all other wise men had failed.

Usage & Theological Significance

The 'at last' pattern recurs throughout Scripture: Joseph after years in prison, Elijah when Baal's prophets fail, Daniel when Babylon's sages cannot interpret. God's wisdom comes as the final answer. 'The foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom' (1 Corinthians 1:25).

Key Bible Verses

Daniel 4:8 At last (ochoreyn) Daniel came in before me.
Daniel 2:47 Truly, your God is God of gods and Lord of kings, and a revealer of mysteries.
1 Corinthians 1:25 The foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom.
Isaiah 40:28 His understanding is unsearchable.
Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.

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