The meaning of “אַדְמֹנִי”
Understanding ʼadmônîy reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
or (fully) אַדְמוֹנִי ʼadmôwnîy (ad-mo-nee') ; from אָדַם red, ruddy. - reddish (of the hair or the complexion) 1) red, ...
אַדְמֹנִי
or (fully) אַדְמוֹנִי ʼadmôwnîy (ad-mo-nee') ; from אָדַם red, ruddy. - reddish (of the hair or the complexion) 1) red, ruddy (of Esau as infant)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 25:25 | “And the first came out red, all over like an hairy garment; and they called his name Esau.” Word: אַדְמֹנִי (ʼadmônîy) | |
| 1 Samuel 16:12 | “And he sent, and brought him in. Now he was ruddy, and withal of a beautiful countenance, and goodly to look to. And the Lord said, Arise, anoint him: for this is he.” Word: אַדְמֹנִי (ʼadmônîy) | |
| 1 Samuel 17:42 | “And when the Philistine looked about, and saw David, he disdained him: for he was but a youth, and ruddy, and of a fair countenance.” Word: אַדְמֹנִי (ʼadmônîy) |