Biblica Analytica

הֵידָד

he.dad (H1959)

shout

7 verses 2 books OT 5 / NT 0
AI Word Study

The Hebrew word הֵידָד (he.dad) is a term for a loud, possibly triumphant or celebratory cry. Its meaning is akin to a shout, conveying a sense of forceful expression. This word appears in the Hebrew Bible 7 times, suggesting it's a fairly common expression used to convey strong emotions, especially in contexts of joy or triumph. It may have been used to announce victories, celebrate special occasions, or express strong feelings in personal relationships. The significance of הֵידָד lies in its ability to convey passion, intensity, and communal expression. It highlights the importance of emotions and vocal expression in ancient Hebrew culture, often serving as a key component of community celebrations and social interactions.

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Isaiah 16:9

Therefore I will weep with the weeping of Jazer for the vine of Sibmah. I will water you with my tears, Heshbon, and Elealeh: for on your summer fruits and on your harvest the battle shout has fallen.

Isaiah 16:10

Gladness is taken away, and joy out of the fruitful field; and in the vineyards there will be no singing, neither joyful noise. Nobody will tread out wine in the presses. I have made the shouting stop.

Jeremiah 25:30

“Therefore prophesy against them all these words, and tell them, “ ‘Yahweh will roar from on high, and utter his voice from his holy habitation. He will mightily roar against his fold. He will give a shout, as those who tread grapes, against all the inhabitants of the earth.

Jeremiah 48:33

Gladness and joy is taken away from the fruitful field and from the land of Moab. I have caused wine to cease from the wine presses. No one will tread with shouting. The shouting will be no shouting.

Jeremiah 51:14

Yahweh of Armies has sworn by himself, saying, ‘Surely I will fill you with men, as with the canker worm; and they will lift up a shout against you.’