Δαβίδ
Dabíd
G1138 noun
SILEX Entry
Definition
Δαβίδ is a proper noun signifying 'David,' most often used to refer to the prominent monarch of ancient Israel, the second king after Saul. It sometimes serves more broadly as a reference to a member of the Davidic lineage, or as a title referencing messianic expectation ('son of David'). The name is used both as a direct personal designation and, metonymically, for the ideals or promises associated with the Davidic house.
Semantic Range
personal name 'David'; the ancient Israelite king David; member of the Davidic line; symbolic reference to messianic hope; metonymous reference to the royal house of David
Root / Etymology
Borrowed from the Hebrew דָּוִד (Dāwִid), itself likely deriving from Hebrew דוד, meaning 'beloved' or 'uncle,' though precise etymology is uncertain.
Historical & Contextual Notes
Δαβίδ is a direct transliteration from Hebrew into Greek and is not native to the Greek language. Its earliest appearances in Greek are in the Septuagint, where it designates both the Israelite king and, by extension, members of his line. In Second Temple and New Testament writings, Δαβίδ retains its status as a proper name but is laden with messianic connotations, especially in references to the 'son of David.' Unlike many Greek names, it remains indeclinable and unadapted to Greek morphological patterns, emphasizing its Hebrew origin. Standard English translations render Δαβίδ as 'David,' but the term often encapsulates broader historical, dynastic, and theological associations than the English name alone conveys. Classical Greek sources use alternate names or descriptions for Israelite kings; Δαβίδ is specific to Greek Jewish, early Christian, and related texts.
Original Strong's Gloss (1890)
of Hebrew origin (דָּוִד); Dabid (i.e. David), the Israelite king:--David.
Root Family
Δαβίδ (Dabid) — personal name, beloved, Davidic ruler
Word Forms
1 distinct form
| SIDANCE | Surface | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G1138-01 |
Δαυεὶδ | daueid | N GEN M SG |
David | of David | 59 |
Occurrences in Scripture
59 total occurrences
| SIDANCE | Reference | Word | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G1138-01 |
Matthew 1:1 | Δαυεὶδ | daueid | N GEN M SG |
of David | of David |
G1138-01 |
Matthew 1:6 | Δαυεὶδ | daueid | N ACC M SG |
David | of David |
G1138-01 |
Matthew 1:6 | Δαυεὶδ | daueid-2 | N NOM M SG |
David | of David |
G1138-01 |
Matthew 1:17 | Δαυεὶδ | daueid | N GEN M SG |
David | of David |
G1138-01 |
Matthew 1:17 | Δαυεὶδ | daueid-2 | N GEN M SG |
David | of David |
G1138-01 |
Matthew 1:20 | Δαυείδ | daueid | N GEN M SG |
of David | of David |
G1138-01 |
Matthew 9:27 | Δαυείδ | daueid | N GEN M SG |
of David | |
G1138-01 |
Matthew 12:3 | Δαυεὶδ | daueid | N NOM M SG |
of David | |
G1138-01 |
Matthew 12:23 | Δαυείδ | daueid | N GEN M SG |
of David | |
G1138-01 |
Matthew 15:22 | Δαυείδ | daueid | N GEN M SG |
of David |