Strong's Lexicon
eder: Flock, herd
Original Word:אֶדֶר
Part of Speech:Noun
Transliteration:eder
Pronunciation:AY-der
Phonetic Spelling:(eh'-der)
Definition:Flock, herd
Meaning:amplitude, a mantle, splendor
Word Origin:Derived from the root עָדַר (adar), meaning "to arrange" or "to muster."
Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: -G4167 (poimnē): Flock
-G4168 (poimnion): Little flock
Usage:The Hebrew word "eder" primarily refers to a group of animals, typically sheep or goats, that are herded together. It is used in the context of pastoral life, where shepherds manage and care for these flocks. The term can also metaphorically represent a group of people, often in a spiritual or communal sense.
Cultural and Historical Background:In ancient Israel, pastoralism was a common way of life, and flocks were a significant part of the economy and daily living. Shepherds played a crucial role in society, not only as caretakers of animals but also as symbols of leadership and guidance. The imagery of a flock and shepherd is prevalent throughout the Bible, symbolizing God's care for His people and the leadership of spiritual guides.
NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Originfrom
adarDefinitionglory, magnificence, a mantle, cloak
NASB Translationmagnificent (1), robe* (1).
Brown-Driver-Briggs
(Assyrianaduru,adiru) ironical of price of shepherd (symbolic)Zechariah 11:13.
(aswide)Micah 2:8 ("" ), but read ( lost before following ), so WRSProph 427.
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
goodly, robe
From'adar; amplitude, i.e. (concrete) a mantle; also (figuratively) splendor -- goodly, robe.
see HEBREW'adar
Forms and Transliterations
אֶ֖דֶר אֶ֣דֶר אדר ’e·ḏer ’eḏer Eder
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