Original Word: חֶדְוָה
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: chedvah
Pronunciation: khed-vah'
Phonetic Spelling: (khed-vaw')
Definition: Joy, gladness
Meaning: rejoicing

joy

(Aramaic) corresponding to chedvah -- joy.

see HEBREW chedvah

Word Origin
(Aramaic) corresponding to chedvah
Definition
joy
NASB Translation
joy (1).

Word Origin: Derived from the Aramaic root חֲדָה (chadah), which means "to rejoice" or "to be glad."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G2167 (εὐφραίνω, euphrainō): This Greek term means "to rejoice" or "to be glad," similar to the Aramaic חֶדְוָה. It is used in the New Testament to describe expressions of joy and gladness.
• G2745 (καύχημα, kauchēma): While this Greek term primarily means "boasting" or "glorying," it can also imply a sense of pride or joy in certain contexts, particularly in relation to achievements or divine blessings.

These entries highlight the thematic continuity of joy and rejoicing across both the Hebrew and Greek scriptures, emphasizing the importance of joy in the life of faith and community.

Usage: This Aramaic term appears in the context of joy and celebration, often associated with festive occasions or expressions of happiness.

Context: חֶדְוָה (chedvah) is an Aramaic noun found in the Old Testament, specifically in the book of Ezra. It is used to describe a state of joy or rejoicing, often in the context of religious or communal celebrations. The term reflects a deep sense of happiness and is associated with the collective joy of a community or group. In Ezra 6:16, the word is used to describe the joy of the Israelites as they celebrated the dedication of the house of God with gladness. This usage underscores the communal aspect of joy in the context of worship and religious observance.

Example from the Berean Standard Bible (BSB):
• Ezra 6:16: "Then the people of Israel—the priests, the Levites, and the rest of the exiles—celebrated the dedication of the house of God with joy."

בְּחֶדְוָֽה׃ בחדוה׃ bə·ḥeḏ·wāh bechedVah bəḥeḏwāhInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts