Strong's Lexicon gadel: Greatness, Magnitude Original Word: גָּדֵל Word Origin: Derived from the root verb גָּדַל (gadal), meaning "to grow," "to become great," or "to magnify." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint and the New Testament is "μεγαλωσύνη" (megalosyne), which also conveys the idea of greatness or majesty, particularly in reference to God. Usage: The Hebrew word "gadel" refers to the concept of greatness or magnitude, often in terms of size, importance, or significance. It is used to describe the greatness of God, His works, or the stature of individuals or nations. The term emphasizes the idea of being elevated or exalted in status or power. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, greatness was often associated with divine favor and blessing. The concept of "gadel" would have been understood in the context of God's covenant with Israel, where His greatness was demonstrated through acts of deliverance, provision, and guidance. The term also reflects the hierarchical nature of ancient Near Eastern societies, where kings and leaders were often described in terms of their greatness. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom gadal Definition becoming great, growing up NASB Translation greater (1), grow richer (1), growing* (1), lustful* (1), stature (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs גָּדֵל participle masculine or verbal adjective becoming great, growing up, Genesis 26:13 (J) 1 Samuel 2:26 (compare Dr) 2 Chronicles 17:12; also great, plural construct גִּדִלֵי בָשָׂר Ezekiel 16:26 great of flesh. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance great, grew From gadal; large (literally or figuratively) -- great, grew. see HEBREW gadal Forms and Transliterations גִּדְלֵ֣י גדלי וְגָדֵ֖ל וגדל giḏ·lê giḏlê gidLei vegaDel wə·ḡā·ḏêl wəḡāḏêlLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Samuel 2:26 HEB: שְׁמוּאֵ֔ל הֹלֵ֥ךְ וְגָדֵ֖ל וָט֑וֹב גַּ֚ם NAS: was growing in stature and in favor KJV: Samuel grew on, INT: Samuel on stature favor both 2 Chronicles 17:12 Ezekiel 16:26 3 Occurrences |
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