Strong's Lexicon huyyedoth: Testimonies, Decrees Original Word: הֻיְּדָה Word Origin: Derived from the root יָדָה (yadah), meaning "to praise" or "to give thanks." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for similar concepts is μαρτύρια (martyria), which also means "testimonies" or "witnesses." Usage: The term "huyyedoth" refers to the testimonies or decrees given by God, often associated with His laws and commandments. It emphasizes the authoritative and binding nature of God's instructions to His people. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, it underscores the importance of adhering to divine statutes as a testament to one's faith and obedience. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, the concept of "testimonies" was integral to the covenant relationship between God and His people. The testimonies were not merely legalistic rules but were seen as divine guidance for living a life pleasing to God. They were often inscribed on tablets or scrolls and kept in sacred places, such as the Ark of the Covenant, symbolizing God's presence and authority among His people. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom yadah Definition songs of praise NASB Translation songs of thanksgiving (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs הֻיְּדוֺת noun feminine plural songs of praise; — Nehemiah 12:8; so Thes MV, but form strange and dubious; according to Ew§ 165 b abstract הֻיְּדוּת (many MSS.) praising; so Be Ke Öttli; Ol§ 220 reads infinitive הוֺדוֺת, so SS. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance thanksgiving From the same as heydad; properly, an acclaim, i.e. A choir of singers -- thanksgiving. see HEBREW heydad Forms and Transliterations הֻיְּד֖וֹת הידות h·yə·ḏō·wṯ hyeDot hyəḏōwṯLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Nehemiah 12:8 HEB: מַתַּנְיָ֑ה עַֽל־ הֻיְּד֖וֹת ה֥וּא וְאֶחָֽיו׃ NAS: [who was] in charge of the songs of thanksgiving, he and his brothers. KJV: [and] Mattaniah, [which was] over the thanksgiving, he and his brethren. INT: Mattaniah charge of the songs he and his brothers 1 Occurrence |
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