Lexicon Yithro: Jethro Original Word: יִתְרוֹ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Jethro From yether with pron. Suffix; his excellence; Jethro, Moses' father-in-law -- Jethro. Compare Yether. see HEBREW yether see HEBREW Yether NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom yathar Definition Moses' father-in-law NASB Translation Jethro (9). Brown-Driver-Briggs יִתְרוֺ proper name, masculine father of Moses' wife Exodus 3:1; Exodus 4:18; b Exodus 18:1,2,5,6,9,10,12 (all E), = יֶתֶר Exodus 4:18; in all ᵐ5 Ιοθορ. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root יֶתֶר (yeter), meaning "abundance" or "excellence."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for Jethro in the Septuagint or New Testament, as Jethro is primarily an Old Testament figure. However, the concept of wise counsel and leadership can be seen in various Greek terms related to wisdom and governance, such as σοφία (sophia, G4678) for wisdom and ἡγεμονία (hegemonia, G2232) for leadership or governance. Usage: Jethro is a proper noun used in the Hebrew Bible to refer to the father-in-law of Moses, a priest of Midian. Context: Jethro is a significant figure in the Hebrew Bible, primarily known as the father-in-law of Moses. He is introduced in the Book of Exodus as a priest of Midian. Jethro is first mentioned in Exodus 2:18, where he is referred to as Reuel, suggesting that he may have had more than one name or title. Jethro's most notable appearance occurs in Exodus 18, where he visits Moses in the wilderness after the Exodus from Egypt. During this visit, Jethro observes Moses judging the people and advises him to appoint capable men as leaders over groups of thousands, hundreds, fifties, and tens to assist in the administration of justice. This advice is well-received by Moses and is implemented, demonstrating Jethro's wisdom and influence. Forms and Transliterations יִתְר֔וֹ יִתְר֖וֹ יִתְר֛וֹ יִתְר֥וֹ יִתְר֨וֹ יִתְרוֹ֒ יִתְרוֹ֙ יֶ֣תֶר יתר יתרו ye·ṯer Yeter yeṯer yiṯ·rōw yitRo yiṯrōwLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Exodus 3:1 HEB: אֶת־ צֹ֛אן יִתְר֥וֹ חֹתְנ֖וֹ כֹּהֵ֣ן NAS: the flock of Jethro his father-in-law, KJV: the flock of Jethro his father in law, INT: was pasturing the flock of Jethro law the priest Exodus 4:18 Exodus 4:18 Exodus 18:1 Exodus 18:2 Exodus 18:5 Exodus 18:6 Exodus 18:9 Exodus 18:10 Exodus 18:12 10 Occurrences |
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