2391. Iaret

Lexicon

Iaret: Jared

Original Word: Ἰάρετ
Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Indeclinable
Transliteration: Iaret
Pronunciation: ee-AH-ret
Phonetic Spelling: (ee-ar'-ed)
Definition: Jared
Meaning: (Hebrew), Jared, son of Mahalalel and father of Enoch.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Jared.

Of Hebrew origin (Yered); Jared (i.e. Jered), an antediluvian -- Jared.

see HEBREW Yered

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
of Hebrew origin Yered
Definition
Jared, the father of Enoch
NASB Translation
Jared (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 2391: Ιαρεδ

Ιαρεδ (T WH Ἰάρετ, Lachmann Ἰαρεθ; (on the accent in manuscripts see Tdf. Proleg., p. 103)), ὁ (Heb. יֶרֶד descent), Jared, indeclinable proper name (Ἰαραδης (Ἰαρεδες, Bekker edition) in Josephus, Antiquities 1, 2, 2), the father of Enoch (Genesis 5:15, 18; 1 Chronicles 1:2 (here A. V. Jered)): Luke 3:37.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: The Greek word Ἰάρετ is a transliteration of the Hebrew name יֶרֶד (Yered).

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Hebrew entry for Jared is Strong's Hebrew 3382 יֶרֶד (Yered), which carries the same meaning of "descent" or "to descend." This Hebrew name is found in the Old Testament, specifically in Genesis 5:15-20, where Jared is listed in the genealogy from Adam to Noah.

This entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the name Ἰάρετ (Jared) as it appears in the biblical text, highlighting its significance within the broader narrative of Scripture.

Usage: The name Ἰάρετ appears in genealogical contexts within the New Testament, specifically in the genealogy of Jesus Christ as recorded in the Gospel of Luke.

Context: • Biblical Context: Jared is a patriarchal figure mentioned in the genealogies of the Bible. He is noted as the father of Enoch and is part of the lineage from Adam to Noah. In the New Testament, Jared is mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus Christ, highlighting the continuity of God's plan through generations.
• Scriptural References: Jared is referenced in the New Testament in Luke 3:37, where the genealogy of Jesus is traced back to Adam. The Berean Standard Bible (BSB) states: "the son of Methuselah, the son of Enoch, the son of Jared, the son of Mahalalel, the son of Cainan."
• Theological Significance: Jared's inclusion in the genealogy of Jesus underscores the fulfillment of God's promises through the ages. His lineage is a testament to the faithfulness of God in preserving a remnant through whom the Messiah would come. Jared's life, as part of the antediluvian patriarchs, represents a period of early human history characterized by long lifespans and a direct connection to the creation narrative.
• Historical and Cultural Context: In the cultural context of the Bible, genealogies served not only as historical records but also as theological affirmations of God's covenantal relationships with humanity. Jared's position in these genealogies emphasizes the importance of heritage and divine purpose.

Forms and Transliterations

Ιαρετ Ἰάρετ Iaret Iáret

Englishman's Concordance

Luke 3:37 N
GRK: Ἑνώχ τοῦ Ἰάρετ τοῦ Μαλελεήλ
NAS: the son of Enoch, the son of Jared, the son of Mahalaleel,
KJV: which was [the son] of Enoch, which was [the son] of Jared, which was [the son] of Maleleel,
INT: of Enoch of Jared of Mahalalel

Strong's Greek 2391
1 Occurrence

Ἰάρετ — 1 Occ.