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H598 · Hebrew · Old Testament
אֲנַס
Anas (Aram.)
Verb (Aramaic)
To distress, oppress

Definition

Anas (אֲנַס) in Aramaic means to distress, trouble, or oppress. This form appears in Daniel 4:9 where Nebuchadnezzar describes Daniel as one in whom is the spirit of the holy gods, and no mystery troubles him. It is cognate to the Hebrew H597 but used in the Aramaic portions of Daniel.

Usage & Theological Significance

Daniel's freedom from being troubled or distressed by mysteries stands as evidence of divine wisdom granted to the humble. While Nebuchadnezzar's own spirit was troubled (Daniel 2:1), God's servant Daniel had access to revelation. This reflects the New Testament promise: "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me" (John 14:1). Spirit-filled believers need not be distressed by life's mysteries — God discloses what they need to know.

Key Bible Verses

Daniel 4:9 I said, 'Belteshazzar, chief of the magicians, I know that the spirit of the holy gods is in you, and no mystery is too difficult for you.'
Daniel 2:1 In the second year of his reign, Nebuchadnezzar had dreams; his mind was troubled and he could not sleep.
John 14:1 Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me.
Philippians 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
Isaiah 26:3 You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.

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