In the biblical context, the term "daughter" holds significant cultural, familial, and spiritual implications. Daughters are often mentioned in the Scriptures, highlighting their roles within the family and society, as well as their spiritual significance in God's covenantal relationships.

Family and Social Roles:

Daughters in the Bible are primarily seen within the context of family. They are cherished members of the household, often associated with beauty, grace, and the continuation of family lineage. In ancient Israelite society, daughters were typically under the authority of their fathers until marriage, at which point they became part of their husband's family. This is evident in Genesis 29, where Laban's daughters, Leah and Rachel, are given in marriage to Jacob, illustrating the customary practices of betrothal and marriage.

The Bible also records instances where daughters play pivotal roles in family narratives. For example, in the account of Zelophehad's daughters (Numbers 27:1-11), these women courageously petition Moses for the right to inherit their father's property, leading to a change in inheritance laws for Israelite women. This account underscores the value and agency of daughters within the biblical legal framework.

Spiritual Significance:

Daughters are often used metaphorically in Scripture to represent the people of God. For instance, the term "daughter of Zion" is frequently employed by the prophets to personify Jerusalem or the nation of Israel, as seen in Zechariah 9:9 : "Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O Daughter of Jerusalem! See, your King comes to you, righteous and victorious, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey." This metaphor highlights the intimate and cherished relationship between God and His people.

In the New Testament, daughters are mentioned in the context of Jesus' ministry. Jesus' interactions with women and girls, such as the healing of Jairus' daughter (Mark 5:21-43), demonstrate His compassion and the breaking of social barriers. In this account, Jesus raises the young girl from the dead, addressing her with the tender term "Talitha koum," which means "Little girl, I say to you, get up!" (Mark 5:41). This miracle not only showcases Jesus' divine power but also His deep care for individuals, regardless of gender or age.

Moral and Ethical Teachings:

The Bible provides guidance on the treatment and upbringing of daughters, emphasizing the importance of love, protection, and moral instruction. Proverbs 31:30 states, "Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised." This verse highlights the value of spiritual integrity over external appearances, a principle applicable to daughters and women in general.

Furthermore, the Scriptures warn against the mistreatment of daughters, as seen in the laws of Exodus 21:7-11, which provide protections for female servants. These laws reflect God's concern for justice and the dignity of all individuals, including daughters.

Prophetic and Eschatological Roles:

In the prophetic literature, daughters are sometimes depicted as participants in the eschatological vision of God's kingdom. Joel 2:28 prophesies, "And afterward, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions." This prophecy, later quoted by Peter in Acts 2:17, signifies the inclusive nature of God's Spirit in the last days, empowering both sons and daughters to proclaim His truth.

Overall, the biblical portrayal of daughters encompasses a wide range of roles and meanings, from familial and social functions to spiritual and prophetic significance. Through these various depictions, the Bible affirms the value and dignity of daughters within God's creation and redemptive plan.2860a. chathan -- daughter's husband, bridegroom
... 2860, 2860a. chathan. 2860b . daughter's husband, bridegroom.
Transliteration: chathan Short Definition: bridegroom. Word Origin ...
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2859. chathan -- make oneself a daughter's husband
... 2858, 2859. chathan. 2860 . make oneself a daughter's husband. Transliteration:
chathan Phonetic Spelling: (khaw-than') Short Definition: son-in-law. ...
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2860. chathan -- daughter's husband, bridegroom
... 2859, 2860. chathan. 2860a . daughter's husband, bridegroom. Transliteration:
chathan Phonetic Spelling: (khaw-thawn') Short Definition: bridegroom. ...
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1323. bath -- daughter
... 1322, 1323. bath. 1324 . daughter. Transliteration: bath Phonetic Spelling:
(bath) Short Definition: daughter. Word Origin from ...
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After Saying a Few Words About Tobit He Demonstrates that Raguel ...
... For he, in his regard for virtue, when asked to give his daughter in marriage, was
not silent regarding his daughter's faults, for fear of seeming to get the ...
/.../ambrose/works and letters of st ambrose/chapter xvi after saying a.htm

Novel-Reading.
... anxious about her. The mother thought that she could notice a change in
her daughter's actions and disposition. Instead of being ...
/.../byrum/the value of a praying mother/chapter xx novel-reading.htm

The Same Night which Saw the Red Glare of the Burning Monastery ...
... We talked for some time together. I think he knows who dealt the murderous blow
at his daughter, but he says nothing positive. He showed me the picture. ...
/.../corelli/the master-christian/xxxvi the same night which.htm

Meanwhile Cardinal Bonpre had once More Reached his Own Apartments ...
... Sovrani suddenly clutched him by the arm, and drew him close to the couch
where he had just laid the body of his daughter down. ...
/.../corelli/the master-christian/xxx meanwhile cardinal bonpre had.htm

The Doxology
... behaviour, what are they doing but offering their daughters in sacrifice, not even
to Moloch, but to Mammon; saying to themselves, 'My daughter's modesty, my ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/kingsley/sermons for the times/sermon x the doxology.htm

The Way of Transgressors.
... "Oh, is that all?" said the daughter, looking up with a smile, and breathing more
freely. "I'll risk the consequences of breaking the law you have announced.". ...
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Excuses Commonly Urged in Defence of Second Marriage their ...
... In fine, we know a case among our brethren, in which one of them took a barren woman
in second marriage for his daughter's sake, and became as well for the ...
/.../tertullian/on exhortation to chastity/chapter xii excuses commonly urged in.htm

Practical Effects of Practical Truth
... The daughter accidentally came to our meeting and gave her heart to Jesus. ... And there
was plenty of song and dance, but the daughter did not show up. ...
/.../chapter ix practical effects of.htm

Those Days it was Near Twelve O'Clock by the Great Dial of History ...
... There were the hostess and her daughter; three young noblemen, the purple stripes
on each angusticlave telling of knightly rank; a Jewish prince in purple and ...
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Particulars
... Jairus, ruler of a synagogue, came to Jesus and worshipped him; or as Mark, and
Luke, fell down at his feet, saying, My daughter is even now dead, or, at the ...
/.../section ii particulars.htm

Daughter's (6 Occurrences)
...Daughter's (6 Occurrences). Hebrews 11:24 Through faith Moses, when he grew to
manhood, refused to be known as Pharaoh's daughter's son, (WEY). ...
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Uncover (35 Occurrences)
... Leviticus 18:9 "'You shall not uncover the nakedness of your sister, the daughter
of your father, or the daughter of your mother, whether born at home, or born ...
/u/uncover.htm - 18k

Son's (34 Occurrences)
... Genesis 11:31 Terah took Abram his son, Lot the son of Haran, his son's
son, and Sarai his daughter-in-law, his son Abram's wife. ...
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Nakedness (50 Occurrences)
... Leviticus 18:9 "'You shall not uncover the nakedness of your sister, the daughter
of your father, or the daughter of your mother, whether born at home, or born ...
/n/nakedness.htm - 26k

Relations (92 Occurrences)
... Leviticus 18:9 "'You shall not uncover the nakedness of your sister, the daughter
of your father, or the daughter of your mother, whether born at home, or born ...
/r/relations.htm - 32k

Sexual (59 Occurrences)
... Leviticus 18:9 "'You shall not uncover the nakedness of your sister, the daughter
of your father, or the daughter of your mother, whether born at home, or born ...
/s/sexual.htm - 23k

Daughters-in-law (5 Occurrences)
Daughters-in-law. Daughter's, Daughters-in-law. Daughter-towns . Noah Webster's
Dictionary (n.) Plural of Daughter-in-law. Multi-Version Concordance ...
/d/daughters-in-law.htm - 8k

Vow (49 Occurrences)
... A father could veto a daughter's vow, and a husband a wife's. ... Judges 11:35 And when
he saw her, he rent his clothes, and said, "Alas, my daughter! ...
/v/vow.htm - 27k

Kinswomen (1 Occurrence)
... (n.) Plural of Kinswoman. Multi-Version Concordance Kinswomen (1 Occurrence). Leviticus
18:17 "'You shall not uncover the nakedness of a woman and her daughter. ...
/k/kinswomen.htm - 6k

Nurse (23 Occurrences)
... According to Exodus 2:7 Moses' mother-"a nurse of the Hebrew women"-became, at
Pharaoh's daughter's request, the foster-mother of the foundling. ...
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