Berean Strong's Lexicon Yairi: Jairite Original Word: יַאִירִי Word Origin: Derived from יָאִיר (Yair), meaning "he enlightens" or "he shines." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for "Yairi," as it is a proper noun specific to Hebrew lineage. However, the concept of lineage and descent can be related to Greek terms like γενεά (genea), meaning "generation" or "family." Usage: The term "Yairi" refers to a descendant or member of the family of Jair. In the context of the Bible, it is used to identify individuals associated with Jair, a notable figure in Israel's history. Cultural and Historical Background: Jair was a prominent leader in Israel, known for his role as a judge. He is mentioned in the Book of Judges as having judged Israel for twenty-two years. The Jairites, therefore, would be his descendants or those associated with his lineage. The name itself, meaning "he enlightens," reflects the cultural importance of light and guidance, which were highly valued in ancient Israelite society. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom Yair Definition desc. of Jair NASB Translation Jairite (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs יָאִירִי adjective, of a people Jairite 2 Samuel 20:26. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Jairite Patronymically from Ya'iyr; a Jairite or descendant of Jair -- Jairite. see HEBREW Ya'iyr Forms and Transliterations הַיָּ֣אִרִ֔י היארי haiYaiRi hay·yā·’i·rî hayyā’irîLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Samuel 20:26 HEB: וְגַ֗ם עִירָא֙ הַיָּ֣אִרִ֔י הָיָ֥ה כֹהֵ֖ן NAS: and Ira the Jairite was also a priest KJV: And Ira also the Jairite was a chief ruler INT: was also and Ira the Jairite become A priest 1 Occurrence |