Original Word: עַדְנָה
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: `Adnah
Pronunciation: ad-naw'
Phonetic Spelling: (ad-naw')
Definition: Adnah
Meaning: Adnah is a proper noun used as a personal name, meaning "pleasure" or "delight."

Word Origin: Derived from the root עָדִין (adin), meaning "delight" or "pleasure."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Strong's Greek entries for the Hebrew name עַדְנָה (Adnah), as it is a proper noun specific to the Hebrew context and does not have a Greek equivalent in the Septuagint or New Testament.

Usage: The name Adnah appears in the context of two individuals in the Old Testament, both associated with military leadership.

Context: • Adnah in the Tribe of Manasseh: Adnah is mentioned as a captain of the tribe of Manasseh who defected to David at Ziklag. This event is recorded in 1 Chronicles 12:20-21, where Adnah is listed among the mighty men who supported David during his time of need. The passage highlights the loyalty and valor of these warriors, emphasizing their role in strengthening David's position as king.

• Adnah in the Kingdom of Judah: Another Adnah is noted as a military leader in the kingdom of Judah during the reign of King Jehoshaphat. In 2 Chronicles 17:14, Adnah is described as the commander of a large division of 300,000 men, showcasing his significant role in the military organization of Judah. This reference underscores the strategic and administrative capabilities of Adnah, contributing to the security and stability of Jehoshaphat's reign.

עֵדְנָה proper name, masculine 1. a prince of Judah2Chronicles 17:14, ᵐ5. Εδνα(α)ς

2 a Manassite 1 Chronicles 12:21, probably (reading׳ע), with Manuscripts, for עַדְנַח; van d. H. עַדְנָח, ᵐ5 Εδνα). — See also עַדְנָא. above

Adnah

From adan; pleasure; Adnah, the name of two Israelites -- Adnah.

see HEBREW adan

עַ֠דְנַח עַדְנָ֣ה עדנה עדנח ‘aḏ·naḥ ‘aḏ·nāh ‘aḏnaḥ ‘aḏnāh Adnach adNahInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts