Strong's Lexicon madu: Garment, robe, measure Original Word: מֶדֶו Word Origin: Derived from the root מָדַד (madad), meaning "to measure." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "madu," the concept of clothing and garments is prevalent in the New Testament. Strong's Greek entries such as 2440 (himation) and 2066 (esthes) relate to garments or clothing. Usage: The Hebrew word "madu" refers to a type of garment or robe, often implying a specific measure or size. It is used in the context of clothing that is worn, suggesting a garment that is tailored or fitted to the individual. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, clothing was not only a necessity but also a symbol of one's status and role within society. Garments were often made from wool or linen and could be simple or elaborate, depending on one's social standing. The concept of measurement in clothing was significant, as it denoted a sense of order and propriety. The robe or garment was an essential part of daily life, serving both practical and symbolic purposes. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain derivation Definition a garment NASB Translation garments (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs [מָ֫דוּ], II. [מַדְוֶה] noun masculine garment; — plural suffix מַדְוֵיהֶם 2 Samuel 10:4 = 1 Chronicles 19:4. מַדְהֵבָה Isaiah 14:4, read מַרְהֵבָה see רהב. I. [מַדְוֶה] see דוה. מַדּוּחִים see נדח. I, II. מָדוֺן see דין. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance garment From an unused root meaning to stretch; properly, extent, i.e. Measure; by implication, a dress (as measured) -- garment. Forms and Transliterations מַדְוֵיהֶ֛ם מדויהם maḏ·wê·hem madveiHem maḏwêhemLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Samuel 10:4 HEB: וַיִּכְרֹ֧ת אֶת־ מַדְוֵיהֶ֛ם בַּחֵ֖צִי עַ֣ד NAS: and cut off their garments in the middle KJV: and cut off their garments in the middle, INT: of their beards and cut their garments the middle far 1 Chronicles 19:4 2 Occurrences |
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