Biblica Analytica

בֶּן־דֶּ֫קֶר

ben-de.qer (H1128)

Ben-deker

2 verses 1 books OT 1 / NT 0
AI Word Study

The Hebrew word בֶּן־דֶּ֫קֶר, translated as "ben-deker" or literally "son of a dart" (or possibly "son of a spear"), appears twice in the Bible. Its short definition hints at a possible etymological connection to a weapon. Given the presence of a weapon-related component in its definition, the word likely refers to a male offspring named after a weapon, perhaps one inherited in a cultural or family tradition. The range of usage is limited to two specific instances, suggesting a unique or perhaps significant context for the name "Ben-deker" in biblical narrative. The significance of this word lies in its potential to uncover a previously unknown naming convention or family tradition within certain biblical families. Without more occurrences or context, its meaning remains somewhat obscure, but it highlights the diversity of names and naming practices in ancient Hebrew culture.

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1 Kings 4:9

Ben Deker, in Makaz, in Shaalbim, Beth Shemesh, and Elon Beth Hanan;