Aramaic Word of the Day:
- Andre Moubarak
- Jun 6
- 1 min read
ܛܳܒܳܐ (ṭābā) — "Good"
Linguistic Analysis
Root: ܛ–ܒ (ṭ–b)
The Aramaic adjective ܛܳܒܳܐ (ṭābā) derives from the Semitic root ܛ–ܒ, which conveys the concept of goodness, excellence, and suitability. This root is prevalent across Semitic languages:
Hebrew: טוֹב (tov) — "good"
Arabic: طَيِّب (ṭayyib) — "good," "pleasant," "delicious"
In Aramaic, ṭābā denotes that which is good, beneficial, or morally upright.
Morphology:
Form: Masculine adjective in the absolute state.
Feminine Form: ܛܳܒܳܬܳܐ (ṭābātā)
Usage: Describes goodness in moral, physical, or qualitative terms.
📖 Biblical Reference
Genesis 1:31 (Peshitta):
"ܘܚܙܐ ܐܠܗܐ ܠܟܠ ܡܐ ܕܥܒܕ ܘܗܐ ܛܳܒܳܐ ܛܳܒܳܐ ܛܳܒܳܐ"
"And God saw everything that He had made, and behold, it was very good."
In this verse, the term ܛܳܒܳܐ (ṭābā) underscores the inherent goodness of creation, reflecting the divine approval and completeness of the created order.
🕊️ Reflection
The concept of ܛܳܒܳܐ (ṭābā) invites contemplation on the nature of goodness in our lives. Recognizing and striving for ṭābā in our actions and thoughts fosters a deeper connection with the divine and promotes harmony within our communities. As we reflect on ṭābā, we are encouraged to embody goodness, kindness, and moral integrity in our daily interactions.
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