4777. mered
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mered: Rebellion, revolt

Original Word: מֶרֶד
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: mered
Pronunciation: meh'-red
Phonetic Spelling: (meh'-red)
Definition: Rebellion, revolt
Meaning: rebellion

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
rebellion

From marad; rebellion -- rebellion.

see HEBREW marad

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from marad
Definition
rebellion, revolt
NASB Translation
rebellion (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs
I. מֶ֫רֶד noun [masculine] rebellion, revolt, against ׳י, וְאִםבְּֿמַעַל ביהוה ׳אִם בְּמ Joshua 22:24 (P; compare מָרַד 2).

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from the root verb מָרַד (marad), which means "to rebel" or "to revolt."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • The corresponding Greek term in the Strong's Concordance is ἀποστασία (G646), which also means "rebellion" or "apostasy." This Greek term is used in the New Testament to describe a falling away or defection from the faith, highlighting a similar theme of turning away from established truth or authority.

In summary, מֶרֶד (mered) is a significant term in the Hebrew Bible, encapsulating the concept of rebellion against divine or human authority. It serves as a reminder of the importance of faithfulness and the consequences of turning away from God's commands.

Usage: The term מֶרֶד is used in the context of defiance against authority, often referring to a collective uprising or insurrection. It is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe acts of rebellion against God or human rulers.

Context: • מֶרֶד (mered) appears in the Hebrew Bible as a term denoting rebellion, often in a negative context. It is associated with acts of defiance against divine or royal authority. The concept of rebellion is significant in biblical narratives, where it often leads to divine judgment or punishment. The term is used to describe both individual and collective acts of insubordination.
• In the biblical context, rebellion is seen as a serious offense, particularly when directed against God. It is often portrayed as a breach of covenant or a violation of divine law. The consequences of rebellion are depicted as severe, emphasizing the importance of obedience and submission to God's will.
• The term is used in various passages to illustrate the theme of human disobedience and the resulting consequences. It serves as a warning against the dangers of pride and self-will, which lead to separation from God and His blessings.

Forms and Transliterations
בְּמֶ֤רֶד במרד bə·me·reḏ beMered bəmereḏ
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Englishman's Concordance
Joshua 22:22
HEB: יֵדָ֑ע אִם־ בְּמֶ֤רֶד וְאִם־ בְּמַ֙עַל֙
NAS: If [it was] in rebellion, or if
KJV: he shall know; if [it be] in rebellion, or if in transgression
INT: know If rebellion if an unfaithful

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Strong's Hebrew 4777
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bə·me·reḏ — 1 Occ.















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