Original Word: הֲדֹם
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: hadom
Pronunciation: hah-dome
Phonetic Spelling: (had-ome')
Definition: a foot stool
Meaning: A footstool; an object used to support or rest the feet, often symbolizing subjugation or humility.

Word Origin: Derived from the root verb דּוּם (dûm), meaning "to be still" or "to rest."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G2476 (histemi): While not a direct equivalent, this Greek word means "to stand" and can be related to the concept of positioning, as in standing over a footstool.
• G4714 (stoolos): This Greek term refers to a "pillar" or "support," which can be conceptually linked to the function of a footstool as a support for the feet.
• G5286 (hupopodion): This is the direct Greek equivalent for "footstool," used in the New Testament to convey similar themes of subjugation and divine authority, as seen in passages like Hebrews 1:13: "To which of the angels did God ever say, 'Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet'?"

In summary, הֲדֹם (hadom) serves as a powerful symbol in the biblical narrative, representing both the majesty of God and the humility of creation under His rule.

Usage: The term הֲדֹם (hadom) is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote a footstool, often in a metaphorical sense to describe the earth as God's footstool, emphasizing His sovereignty and majesty.

Context: The Hebrew word הֲדֹם (hadom) appears in several key passages within the Old Testament, often in contexts that highlight the relationship between God and His creation. In Isaiah 66:1, the Lord declares, "Heaven is My throne, and the earth is My footstool," illustrating His supreme authority over the universe. Similarly, in Psalm 110:1, the imagery of a footstool is used to depict the subjugation of enemies: "The LORD said to my Lord: 'Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.'" This metaphorical use underscores the concept of divine dominion and the ultimate triumph of God's purposes.

The footstool also appears in the context of worship and reverence. In 1 Chronicles 28:2, King David refers to the Ark of the Covenant as God's footstool, signifying a place of divine presence and worship: "I had it in my heart to build a house of rest for the Ark of the Covenant of the LORD, for the footstool of our God." This usage reflects the sacredness associated with the footstool as a symbol of God's dwelling among His people.

Word Origin
from an unused word
Definition
a stool, footstool
NASB Translation
footstool* (6).

הֲדֹם noun masculine stool, footstool, always joined with רַגְלַיִם; only in poetry and late writings, (properly something cast down, low) — ׳ה absolute Psalm 110:1 (or construct before לְ, compare Ges^{§ 130}, 1); construct Lamentations 2:1+ 4t. — footstool, never literal, usually of ׳י Isaiah 66:1 רַגְלַי ׳הַשָּׁמַיִם כִּסְאִי וְהָאָרֶץ ה; elsewhere with reference to sanctuary רַגְלָיו ׳ה (compare מְקוֺם רַגְלַי Isaiah 60:13) Lamentations 2:1, or perhaps of ark (as place on which God rests) Psalm 99:5; Psalm 132:7, רַגְלֵי ׳וְלַה ׳בֵּית מְנוּחָה לַאֲרוֺן בְּרִיתיֿ אֱלֹהֵינוּ 1 Chronicles 28:2; of conquest of enemies of Messianic king by Yahweh's agency אָשִׁית אֹיְבֶיךָ הֲדֹם לְרַגְלֶיךָ Psalm 110:1.

footstool

From an unused root meaning to stamp upon; a foot stool -- (foot-)stool.

הֲדֹ֣ם הֲדֹם־ הדם הדם־ וְלַהֲדֹם֙ ולהדם לַהֲדֹ֥ם להדם hă·ḏōm hă·ḏōm- haDom hăḏōm hăḏōm- la·hă·ḏōm lahaDom lahăḏōm velahaDom wə·la·hă·ḏōm wəlahăḏōmInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts