Strong's Lexicon ginnah: Garden Original Word: גִּנָּה Word Origin: Derived from the root גָּנַן (ganan), meaning "to cover" or "to protect." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G3857 (παράδεισος, paradeisos): Often translated as "paradise" or "garden," used in the Septuagint and the New Testament to describe the Garden of Eden and the heavenly paradise. Usage: The term "ginnah" refers to a garden, typically a cultivated area used for growing plants, fruits, and vegetables. In the biblical context, it often signifies a place of beauty, sustenance, and sometimes seclusion. Gardens in the Bible are frequently associated with peace, provision, and divine blessing. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, gardens were significant for both practical and aesthetic purposes. They were often enclosed spaces, providing protection from animals and intruders, and were considered places of rest and enjoyment. Gardens were also symbolic of fertility and abundance, reflecting God's provision and care for His people. The concept of a garden is deeply rooted in the biblical narrative, beginning with the Garden of Eden, which represents the ideal state of harmony between God and humanity. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe same as gannah, q.v. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance garden Another form for gannah -- garden. see HEBREW gannah Forms and Transliterations גִּנַּ֖ת גִּנַּ֤ת גִּנַּ֥ת גנת מִגִּנַּ֨ת מגנת gin·naṯ ginNat ginnaṯ mig·gin·naṯ migginNat migginnaṯLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Esther 1:5 HEB: יָמִ֑ים בַּחֲצַ֕ר גִּנַּ֥ת בִּיתַ֖ן הַמֶּֽלֶךְ׃ KJV: in the court of the garden of the king's INT: days the court of the garden palace of the king's Esther 7:7 Esther 7:8 Songs 6:11 4 Occurrences |
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