Strong's Lexicon ayeleth: Doe, Hind Original Word: אַיֶּלֶת Word Origin: Derived from the root word אַיִל (ayil), meaning "ram" or "leader," often used to denote strength or prominence. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "ayelet," similar imagery can be found in the New Testament, such as in the use of "dorkas" (Strong's Greek 1393), meaning "gazelle," which also conveys beauty and grace. Usage: The term "ayelet" refers to a female deer, specifically a doe or hind. In the Hebrew Bible, it is often used metaphorically to convey beauty, grace, and swiftness. The imagery of a doe is employed to evoke a sense of gentleness and elegance, often in poetic and romantic contexts. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern culture, deer were admired for their agility and beauty. They were common in the region and often featured in poetry and art. The doe, in particular, symbolized femininity and was associated with love and beauty. In biblical literature, the characteristics of a doe are used to describe the beloved in romantic poetry, highlighting the cultural appreciation for these animals. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance hind, Aijeleth The same as 'ayalah; a doe -- hind, Aijeleth. see HEBREW 'ayalah Forms and Transliterations אַיֶּ֙לֶת֙ אַיֶּ֥לֶת אילת ’ay·ye·leṯ ’ayyeleṯ aiYeletLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 22:1 HEB: לַ֭מְנַצֵּחַ עַל־ אַיֶּ֥לֶת הַשַּׁ֗חַר מִזְמ֥וֹר KJV: < INT: Musician upon Aijeleth Shahar A Psalm Proverbs 5:19 Jeremiah 14:5 3 Occurrences |
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