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H551 · Hebrew · Old Testament
אׇמְנָם
Omnam
Adverb
Truly, surely, indeed

Definition

Omnam is an adverb of affirmation and emphasis meaning "truly," "surely," or "indeed." It intensifies the truth-claim of a statement and appears in both confessional contexts (acknowledging God's justice) and dialogic contexts (affirming what is being said). Related to the root aman (to be faithful/true).

Usage & Theological Significance

The adverb omnam connects to the great biblical theme of divine faithfulness. When Job and the Psalms use it, they are anchoring their speech in what is genuinely true rather than what is convenient or comforting. Truth-telling — even hard truth — is a form of worship. God is the God of amen (Isaiah 65:16), and His people are called to speak with the same integrity.

Key Bible Verses

Job 9:2 Indeed, I know that this is true. But how can mere mortals prove their innocence before God?
Job 12:2 Doubtless you are the only people who matter, and wisdom will die with you!
Psalm 58:1 Do you rulers indeed speak justly? Do you judge people with equity?
Psalm 66:19 But God has surely listened and has heard my prayer.
Genesis 20:12 Besides, she is truly my sister, the daughter of my father though not of my mother.

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