Original Word: חֲרָדָה
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: charadah
Pronunciation: khar-aw-daw'
Phonetic Spelling: (khar-aw-daw')
Definition: Fear, trembling, anxiety, quaking
Meaning: fear, anxiety

fear, quaking, trembling

Feminine of chared; fear, anxiety -- care, X exceedingly, fear, quaking, trembling.

see HEBREW chared

Word Origin
fem. of chared
Definition
trembling, fear, anxiety
NASB Translation
care (1), dread (1), fear (1), terror (1), trembling (4), violently* (1).

I. חֲרָדָה noun feminine trembling, fear, anxiety — חֲרָדָה Genesis 27:33 5t. + Ezekiel 38:21 (read for הָרַי, B Co compare Dr 1 Samuel 14:15); construct חֶרְדַּת 1 Samuel 14:15; Proverbs 29:25 (see Lag^{BN 113}); plural חֲרָדוֺת Ezekiel 26:16; —

1 trembling, quaking (of terror ascribed to supernatural cause) 1 Samuel 14:15 (twice in verse) (hence אלהים ׳ח see Dr; "" וַתִּרְגַּזהֿארץ) compare Ezekiel 38:21 (see above); Daniel 10:7; ׳קול ח Jeremiah 30:5 voice of trembling; followed by Genitive object אָדָם ׳ח Proverbs 29:25 trembling before man; opposed to pleasure Isaiah 21:4; tremblings (plural) Ezekiel 26:16 under figure of garment (ילבשׁו ׳ח), of effect on coast-princes of fall of Tyre.

2 anxious care 2 Kings 4:13, accusative of congnate meaning with verb with חָרַד.

Word Origin: Derived from the root חָרַד (charad), which means to tremble or be afraid.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G153 (ἄδηλος, adelos): While not a direct equivalent, this Greek term can convey uncertainty or anxiety, akin to the emotional state described by חֲרָדָה.
• G1611 (ἔκστασις, ekstasis): This term can denote a state of amazement or ecstasy, which may include elements of fear or trembling, similar to the intense emotional experience of חֲרָדָה.

In summary, חֲרָדָה (charadah) is a multifaceted term that captures the essence of fear and anxiety in the Hebrew Bible, often in the context of divine encounters or significant events. It reflects both the physical and emotional responses to such experiences, emphasizing the profound impact of the divine on human life.

Usage: The word חֲרָדָה appears in various contexts within the Hebrew Bible, often describing the emotional response of individuals or groups when confronted with fearsome situations or the presence of God. It is used to express both physical trembling and psychological anxiety.

Context: • Occurrences in the Hebrew Bible: The term חֲרָדָה is used in several passages, illustrating different aspects of fear and anxiety. For example, in Genesis 27:33, Isaac experiences חֲרָדָה when he realizes he has blessed Jacob instead of Esau: "Isaac trembled violently and said, 'Who was it then that hunted game and brought it to me?'" (BSB). In 1 Samuel 14:15, the term describes the panic that struck the Philistine camp: "Then panic struck the whole army—those in the camp and field, and those in the outposts and raiding parties—and the ground shook. It was a panic sent by God" (BSB).
• Theological Implications: חֲרָדָה often signifies a profound encounter with the divine or a realization of human vulnerability. It can be a response to God's holiness, as seen in Isaiah 66:2: "Has not My hand made all these things, and so they came into being? declares the LORD. This is the one I will esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word" (BSB). The term underscores the appropriate reverence and awe due to God, as well as the natural human reaction to His overwhelming presence.
• Cultural Context: In ancient Near Eastern culture, fear and trembling were common responses to divine manifestations or significant omens. חֲרָדָה captures this cultural understanding, reflecting the deep-seated belief in the power and majesty of the divine.

הַחֲרָדָ֣ה החרדה חֲרָד֤וֹת ׀ חֲרָדָ֖ה חֲרָדָ֤ה חֲרָדָ֨ה חֲרָדָה֮ חֶרְדַּ֣ת חרדה חרדות חרדת לְחֶרְדַּ֥ת לַחֲרָדָֽה׃ לחרדה׃ לחרדת charaDah charaDot cherDat ha·ḥă·rā·ḏāh ḥă·rā·ḏāh ḥă·rā·ḏō·wṯ hacharaDah haḥărāḏāh ḥărāḏāh ḥărāḏōwṯ ḥer·daṯ ḥerdaṯ la·ḥă·rā·ḏāh lacharaDah laḥărāḏāh lə·ḥer·daṯ lecherDat ləḥerdaṯInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts