Strong's Lexicon Yaare Oregim: Forest of Weavers Original Word: יַעֲרֵי אֹרְגִים Word Origin: Derived from יַעַר (ya'ar, meaning "forest" or "wood") and אֹרֵג (oreg, meaning "weaver") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for "Yaare Oregim" in the Strong's Concordance, as it is a specific Hebrew place name. However, related Greek terms might include those associated with weaving or craftsmanship. Usage: The term "Yaare Oregim" refers to a specific location mentioned in the context of a battle in the Old Testament. It is translated as "Forest of Weavers," indicating a place that was likely known for its association with weaving or weavers, possibly due to the presence of materials or craftsmen related to the textile industry. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, weaving was a significant craft, essential for producing garments and other textiles. The mention of a "Forest of Weavers" suggests a location where resources for weaving, such as flax or wool, might have been abundant, or where a community of weavers resided. This reflects the importance of trade and craftsmanship in the ancient Near Eastern economy. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom yaar and arag Definition father of Elhanan NASB Translation Jaare-oregim (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs יַעֲרֵי אֹרְגִים proper name, masculine father of Elhanan 2 Samuel 21:19 (= יָעִו֯ר 1 Chronicles 20:5); ׳א probably scribal error anticipating ׳א in following line (We Dr), and יַעֲרֵי error for יָעִיר (We) q. v. below עור. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Jaare-oregim From the plural of ya'ar and the masculine plural active participle of 'arag; woods of weavers; Jaare-Oregim, an Israelite -- Jaare-oregim. see HEBREW ya'ar see HEBREW 'arag Forms and Transliterations אֹרְגִ֜ים ארגים ’ō·rə·ḡîm ’ōrəḡîm oreGimLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Samuel 21:19 HEB: בֶּן־ יַעְרֵ֨י אֹרְגִ֜ים בֵּ֣ית הַלַּחְמִ֗י NAS: the son of Jaare-oregim the Bethlehemite KJV: the son of Jaareoregim, a Bethlehemite, INT: and Elhanan the son of Jaare-oregim the Bethlehemite Goliath 1 Occurrence |