Lexical Summary Siryon: Sirion Original Word: שִׁרְיוֹן Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Sirion And Siryon {sir-yone'}; the same as Srayah (i.e. Sheeted with snow); Shirjon or Sirjon, a peak of the Lebanon -- Sirion. see HEBREW Srayah NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain derivation Definition a Sidonian name for Mount Hermon NASB Translation Sirion (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs שִׂרְיֹן, וֺן- proper name, of a mountain (in Assyrian Sirara COTDeuteronomy 3:9; 1 Kings 5:13 DlPa 103 f.); — Sidonian name of Hermon Deuteronomy 3:9 (Σανιωρ); וֺן- Psalm 29:6 (+ לְבָנוֺן; van d. H. and others ׳שׁ). Topical Lexicon Geographical Setting Sirion is one of the ancient names for Mount Hermon, the majestic snow-capped peak that rises at the southern end of the Anti-Lebanon range, overlooking the northernmost borders of Israel. At over 2,800 meters (9,200 feet), Hermon dominates the Upper Jordan Valley and can be seen from great distances throughout the land. The mountain’s meltwaters feed the springs that become the Jordan River, making it a life-giving source for the region. Biblical References 1. Deuteronomy 3:9 – “The Sidonians call Hermon Sirion, while the Amorites call it Senir.” Historical and Cultural Context • Sidonian Usage: The Phoenician (Sidonian) designation Sirion reflects the seafaring culture that traded along the Mediterranean coast. Their perspective came from the west, and Sirion marked the inland horizon, a reliable landmark for navigation and commerce. Theological Significance • Divine Supremacy in Creation: Psalm 29 exalts the voice of the LORD that “breaks the cedars of Lebanon” and makes “Sirion like a young wild ox.” By pairing Lebanon and Sirion, the psalmist pictures the entire northern highlands trembling at God’s command. The imagery reinforces the doctrine that creation, from the tallest cedars to the highest peaks, is subject to the sovereign Yahweh. Prophetic and Poetic Imagery • Power that Shakes: Psalm 29 depicts a thunderstorm sweeping in from the Mediterranean, thundering over Lebanon and Sirion. The storm motif illustrates both judgment and blessing: God’s power uproots but also waters the land (Psalm 29:10-11). Connections to Other Biblical Passages • Song of Solomon 4:8 entwines Senir and Hermon with Lebanon in romantic invitation, showing that the mountain’s beauty became a poetic emblem of loftiness and delight. Lessons for Ministry and Discipleship 1. God speaks with authority over the seemingly unshakable. When ministry challenges look immovable as Hermon, Psalm 29 reminds believers that a word from the Lord can set them “skipping.” Summary Sirion, the Sidonian name for Mount Hermon, stands as a towering testament to God’s creative power, covenant faithfulness, and universal authority. Whether trembling under the voice of the LORD or marking the northern extent of Israel’s inheritance, the mountain reminds every generation that the One who sets boundaries and stirs the earth is the same God who blesses His people with strength and peace (Psalm 29:11). Forms and Transliterations וְ֝שִׂרְיֹ֗ן ושרין שִׂרְיֹ֑ן שרין śir·yōn sirYon śiryōn vesirYon wə·śir·yōn wəśiryōnLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Deuteronomy 3:9 HEB: יִקְרְא֥וּ לְחֶרְמ֖וֹן שִׂרְיֹ֑ן וְהָ֣אֱמֹרִ֔י יִקְרְאוּ־ NAS: Hermon Sirion, and the Amorites KJV: call Sirion; and the Amorites INT: call Hermon Sirion and the Amorites call Psalm 29:6 2 Occurrences |
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