יָדִיד
ye.did
beloved
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word, H3039A, or יָדִיד (ye.did), is linguistically defined as "beloved." This term falls within the Emotion & Attitude semantic domain, indicating that it is linked to interpersonal feelings and relationships. In the Bible, ye.did appears eight times, showcasing its significance in expressing affection and fondness. The repeated usage of this term highlights its importance in ancient Hebrew culture, where relationships were deeply valued. This understanding suggests that being considered "beloved" held a profound significance, possibly signifying a strong bond or deep affection. By analyzing the short definition and semantic domain of H3039A, we can infer that ye.did likely referred to a person held in high esteem due to their love, care, or respect. This understanding is applicable in various contexts, from familial relationships to friendships and even romantic partnerships. The fact that H3039A appears eight times in the Bible reinforces its meaningfulness and importance in ancient Hebrew communication.
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Occurrences in Scripture
8 total occurrences across the text
So that your beloved may be delivered, save with your right hand, and answer us.
Psalms 84:1How lovely are your dwellings, Yahweh of Armies!
Psalms 108:6That your beloved may be delivered, save with your right hand, and answer us.
Psalms 127:2It is vain for you to rise up early, to stay up late, eating the bread of toil, for he gives sleep to his loved ones.
Isaiah 5:1Let me sing for my well beloved a song of my beloved about his vineyard. My beloved had a vineyard on a very fruitful hill.
Isaiah 5:1Let me sing for my well beloved a song of my beloved about his vineyard. My beloved had a vineyard on a very fruitful hill.
Jeremiah 11:15What has my beloved to do in my house, since she has behaved lewdly with many, and the holy flesh has passed from you? When you do evil, then you rejoice.”
Deuteronomy 33:12About Benjamin he said, “The beloved of Yahweh will dwell in safety by him. He covers him all day long. He dwells between his shoulders.”