Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “בָּדַד”
Understanding bâdad reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
alone. - to divide, i.e. (reflex.) be solitary 1) to withdraw, be separate, be isolated 1a) (Qal) an army straggler (par...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
בָּדַד
Phoneticbaw-dad'
Transliterationbâdad
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
alone. - to divide, i.e. (reflex.) be solitary 1) to withdraw, be separate, be isolated 1a) (Qal) an army straggler (part.) 1a1) of Ephraim (metaph.) 2) (TWOT) alone
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Psalms 102:7 | “I watch, and am as a sparrow alone upon the house top.” Word: בָּדַד (bâdad) | |
| Isaiah 14:31 | “Howl, O gate; cry, O city; thou, whole Palestina, art dissolved: for there shall come from the north a smoke, and none shall be alone in his appointed times.” Word: בָּדַד (bâdad) | |
| Hosea 8:9 | “For they are gone up to Assyria, a wild ass alone by himself: Ephraim hath hired lovers.” Word: בָּדַד (bâdad) |