Lexicon Geruth: Sojourning, dwelling as a foreigner Original Word: גֵּרִוּת Strong's Exhaustive Concordance habitation From guwr; a (temporary) residence -- habitation. see HEBREW guwr NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom gur Definition "lodging place," a place near Bethlehem NASB Translation Geruth (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs גּרוּת noun feminine lodging (- place) — וישׁבו בְּגֵרוּת כִּמְוהָם אשׁר אצל בית לחם Jeremiah 41:17, inn, khan? so Ew Gf; Hi and others גִּדְרוֺת folds, after Joseph. Aq Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root גּוּר (gur), which means "to sojourn" or "to dwell as a foreigner."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 3941: παροικία (paroikia) • This Greek term is used in the New Testament to describe a similar concept of sojourning or temporary residence, often in a spiritual or metaphorical sense, reflecting the transient nature of life on earth for believers. Usage: The word "gerut" is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe the state or condition of residing in a place as a foreigner. It often carries connotations of temporary dwelling and the experience of living outside one's native land. Context: The term "gerut" is closely associated with the experience of the Israelites and other individuals who lived as foreigners in lands not originally their own. This concept is significant in the biblical narrative, as it reflects the transient and often vulnerable status of those who are not native to the land they inhabit. The Bible frequently addresses the treatment of "gerim" (foreigners or sojourners), emphasizing the importance of justice and compassion towards them. The Israelites' own history of sojourning in Egypt serves as a backdrop for these teachings, reminding them of their past experiences and the need to extend kindness to others in similar situations. The notion of "gerut" underscores themes of hospitality, empathy, and the recognition of shared humanity across cultural and national boundaries. Forms and Transliterations בְּגֵר֣וּת בגרות bə·ḡê·rūṯ begeRut bəḡêrūṯLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Jeremiah 41:17 HEB: וַיֵּלְכ֗וּ וַיֵּֽשְׁבוּ֙ בְּגֵר֣וּת [כְמֹוהֶם כ] NAS: and stayed in Geruth Chimham, KJV: and dwelt in the habitation of Chimham, INT: went and stayed Geruth which is beside 1 Occurrence |
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