1045. Gad

Lexicon

Gad: Gad

Original Word: Γάδ
Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Indeclinable
Transliteration: Gad
Pronunciation: gad
Phonetic Spelling: (gad)
Definition: Gad
Meaning: Gad, one of the twelve tribes of Israel.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Gad.

Of Hebrew origin (Gad); Gad, a tribe of Israelites -- Gad.

see HEBREW Gad

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
of Hebrew origin Gad
Definition
Gad, a tribe of Isr.
NASB Translation
Gad (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 1045: Γάδ

Γάδ, ὁ (גָּד, fortune, cf. Genesis 30:11; (Genesis 49:19; on the meaning of the word see B. D. under the word)), indeclinable, Gad, the seventh son of the patriarch Jacob, by Zilpah, Leah's maid: Revelation 7:5.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from Hebrew גָּד (Gad)

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H1410 גָּד (Gad) • Referring to the son of Jacob and the tribe named after him.
• H1409 גָּד (Gad) • A term related to fortune or a troop, often associated with the name of the patriarch and the tribe.

This entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the term "Γάδ" as it appears in biblical texts, reflecting its historical, cultural, and theological significance within the scriptural narrative.

Usage: The term "Γάδ" is used in the New Testament to refer to the tribe of Gad, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. It is mentioned in genealogical contexts and lists of the tribes.

Context: • Gad in the Old Testament: Gad was the seventh son of Jacob, born to Zilpah, Leah's maidservant (Genesis 30:9-11). His name is associated with good fortune or a troop, as Leah exclaimed, "A troop comes!" (Genesis 30:11, BSB). The tribe of Gad settled on the east side of the Jordan River, in the region of Gilead, known for its pastoral lands suitable for their large flocks and herds (Numbers 32:1-5).
• Role and Characteristics: The tribe of Gad was known for its valiant warriors. In the blessing of Moses, Gad is described as a lion that tears the arm and the crown of the head (Deuteronomy 33:20). The tribe played a significant role in the military campaigns of Israel, often noted for their bravery and skill in battle.
• Gad in the New Testament: In the New Testament, the name "Γάδ" appears in the context of the twelve tribes of Israel, particularly in the book of Revelation. Revelation 7:5 lists Gad as one of the tribes from which 12,000 were sealed, highlighting its continued symbolic significance in the eschatological vision of the people of God.
• Spiritual Significance: The tribe of Gad, like the other tribes, represents a portion of the people of God, each with unique characteristics and roles within the biblical narrative. Gad's association with strength and fortune reflects the blessings and responsibilities bestowed upon the tribe.

Forms and Transliterations

Γαδ Γὰδ Gad Gàd

Englishman's Concordance

Revelation 7:5 N
GRK: ἐκ φυλῆς Γὰδ δώδεκα χιλιάδες
NAS: from the tribe of Gad twelve
KJV: the tribe of Gad [were] sealed
INT: out of [the] tribe of Gad twelve thousand

Strong's Greek 1045
1 Occurrence

Γὰδ — 1 Occ.