Adonijahאֲדֹנִיָּהוּ
Adoniyyahu · Hebrew Proper Noun
A title meaning 'My Lord is Yahweh.' He was a son of David who attempted to seize the throne of Israel, showcasing the human struggle for power in contrast to God's sovereign choice.
trumpetשׁוֹפָר
shopar · Hebrew Noun
A musical instrument made from a ram's horn, used in ancient Israel for signaling, announcing royal events, or sounding an alarm in times of war or crisis.
priestכֹּהֵן
kohen · Hebrew Noun
One who serves in the tabernacle or temple, acting as a mediator between God and the people through the offering of sacrifices and intercession.
worthy manחַיִל
chayil · Hebrew Noun
A person of integrity or value; in a biblical context, it often refers to someone with strength of character or moral uprightness.
kingמֶלֶךְ
melek · Hebrew Noun
The Hebrew term for the monarch who exercises authority over God's people, serving as a representative of Yahweh’s rule.
prophetנָבִיא
nabiy · Hebrew Noun
A messenger called by God to proclaim His word to the people, often confronting kings or nations with divine truth and direction.
anointedמָשַׁח
mashach · Hebrew Verb
The ritual act of pouring oil upon someone to set them apart for a specific office or service, such as a king, priest, or prophet, symbolizing the presence and empowerment of the Holy Spirit.
throneכִּסֵּא
kisse · Hebrew Noun
A seat of authority representing rule, sovereignty, and judgment; in Israel, it is viewed as ultimately belonging to God and held by the king as His representative.
congratulateבָּרַךְ
barak · Hebrew Verb
A term used for the act of wishing well, expressing joy over another's success, or validating their status. In a royal context, it signifies the public recognition of a new sovereign's legitimacy.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal name of the covenant God of Israel (YHWH), revealing His self-existence, eternity, and faithfulness to His people through His promises.
Blessedבָּרוּךְ
baruk · Hebrew Adjective/Participle
A declaration of praise and adoration directed toward God, acknowledging His goodness, power, and the source of all favor and blessing.
trembledחָרַד
charad · Hebrew Verb
To be struck with terror, physical shaking, or alarm, often in response to the manifestation of divine power or the realization of impending judgment and danger.
fearedיָרֵא
yare · Hebrew Verb
A profound sense of reverence, awe, or terror. In a religious sense, it denotes the proper response to God’s holiness, while in a relational sense, it can denote dread of human power or impending punishment.
hornsקֶרֶן
qeren · Hebrew Noun
The four corners of the altar, which were smeared with sacrificial blood; they were considered the most sacred part of the altar and served as a place of sanctuary for those seeking divine protection.
altarמִזְבֵּחַ
mizbeach · Hebrew Noun
A structure for sacrifices, symbolizing the place where God meets His people, atonement is made for sin, and divine mercy is granted. It functioned as an asylum for those fleeing death.
fearsיָרֵא
yārēʾ · Hebrew Verb
The Hebrew term for 'fear' often denotes a deep sense of reverence, awe, or terror, depending on the context. In this setting, it signifies Adonijah's dread of the consequences of his failed attempt to seize the throne.
horns of the altarקֶרֶן
qeren · Hebrew Noun
The horns of the altar were projections at the four corners of the bronze or gold altar. Grasping them was a recognized act of seeking asylum or sanctuary, appealing to God’s mercy and the sacredness of the space to prevent execution.
swearשָׁבַע
šāḇaʿ · Hebrew Verb
A solemn oath or invocation of God to witness the truth of a statement or the commitment to an action. To 'swear' is to bind oneself under the authority of God, invoking divine judgment if the promise is broken.
worthy manחַיִל
ḥayil · Hebrew Noun
A 'worthy man' is one characterized by virtue, moral integrity, and loyalty. In a biblical context, it implies a person whose character is sound and who lives in accordance with God's standards and social obligations.
wickednessרָעָה
rāʿâ · Hebrew Noun
Wickedness refers to moral perversity, evil intent, or rebellion against God and His established order. It stands in direct opposition to righteousness and denotes a heart or action that is fundamentally out of harmony with God’s law.
paid homageשָׁחָה
šāḥâ · Hebrew Verb
Homage involves an outward expression of respect, submission, or worship, often accompanied by bowing down. It signifies the acknowledgment of another’s superior authority or royal status.
