Strong's Lexicon odem: Ruby, Sardius, Red Stone Original Word: אֹדֶם Word Origin: Derived from the root אָדַם (adam), meaning "to be red" or "ruddy." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "odem," the concept of precious stones is present in the New Testament, such as in Revelation 21:19-20, where various gemstones are described in the foundation of the New Jerusalem. Usage: The Hebrew word "odem" refers to a precious stone, specifically a ruby or sardius, known for its deep red color. In the context of the Bible, it is often associated with beauty, value, and significance. The term is used to describe one of the stones set in the High Priest's breastplate, symbolizing one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, gemstones were highly prized for their beauty and rarity. The odem, with its striking red hue, was considered a symbol of wealth and status. In the biblical context, the High Priest's breastplate, also known as the "breastplate of judgment," contained twelve stones, each representing one of the tribes of Israel. The odem was the first stone listed, indicating its prominence and importance. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as adom Definition a carnelian NASB Translation ruby (3). Brown-Driver-Briggs אֹ֫דֶם noun [feminine] carnelian (from redness; ᵐ5 σάρδιον; on formative compare LagBN 144) Exodus 28:17; Exodus 39:10 (P) Ezekiel 28:13. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance sardius From 'adam; redness, i.e. The ruby, garnet, or some other red gem -- sardius. see HEBREW 'adam Forms and Transliterations אֹ֣דֶם אֹ֤דֶם אדם ’ō·ḏem ’ōḏem OdemLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Exodus 28:17 HEB: אָ֑בֶן ט֗וּר אֹ֤דֶם פִּטְדָה֙ וּבָרֶ֔קֶת NAS: [shall be] a row of ruby, topaz KJV: [the first] row [shall be] a sardius, a topaz, INT: of stones row of ruby topaz and emerald Exodus 39:10 Ezekiel 28:13 3 Occurrences |
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