Strong's Lexicon Golyath: Goliath Original Word: גָּלְיָת Word Origin: Derived from an uncertain origin, possibly related to the root גָּלָה (galah), meaning "to uncover" or "to reveal." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for Goliath in the Strong's Greek Dictionary, as Goliath is a proper name specific to the Hebrew text. However, the account of David and Goliath is referenced in the New Testament, such as in Hebrews 11:32, where David's faith is commended. Usage: Goliath is a proper noun used to refer to the Philistine giant from Gath, famously known for his battle with the young David. The name Goliath is often associated with great size and strength, as well as defiance against the God of Israel. Cultural and Historical Background: Goliath was a champion of the Philistines, a people who were often in conflict with the Israelites during the time of the Old Testament. The Philistines were known for their advanced weaponry and military prowess. Goliath's challenge to the Israelites, as recorded in 1 Samuel 17, was a common practice in ancient warfare, where representative combat was used to decide the outcome of a conflict without full-scale battle. Goliath's defeat by David, a young shepherd, is a pivotal moment in Israelite history, symbolizing God's power to deliver His people through unexpected means. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom galah Definition a Philistine giant NASB Translation Goliath (6). Brown-Driver-Briggs גָּלְיַת proper name, masculine (conspicuous ? On ending ת compare Dr 1 Samuel 17:4 & Nö in EutNab 73) (גָּלְיָת 1 Chronicles 20:5) Philistine giant slain by David 1 Samuel 17:4,23; 1 Samuel 21:10; 1 Samuel 22:10, but according to 2 Samuel 21:19 slain by Elhanan of Bethlehem (בֵּית הַלַּחְמִי; acc to 1 Chronicles 20:5 Elhanan slew לַחְמִי brother of Goliath). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Goliath Perhaps from galah; exile; Goljath, a Philistine -- Goliath. see HEBREW galah Forms and Transliterations גָּלְיָ֣ת גָּלְיָ֥ת גָּלְיָ֨ת גָּלְיָת֩ גלית gā·lə·yāṯ gāləyāṯ galYatLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Samuel 17:4 HEB: מִמַּחֲנ֣וֹת פְּלִשְׁתִּ֔ים גָּלְיָ֥ת שְׁמ֖וֹ מִגַּ֑ת NAS: named Goliath, from Gath, KJV: named Goliath, of Gath, INT: the armies of the Philistines Goliath named Gath 1 Samuel 17:23 1 Samuel 21:10 1 Samuel 22:10 2 Samuel 21:19 1 Chronicles 20:5 6 Occurrences |
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