אֲדוֹרַ֫יִם (a.do.ra.yim)
a.do.ra.yim
Adoraim
N:N--LQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
The noun a.dor.ai.m, known as Adoraim, refers to a specific city in the territory of Judah. The name is traditionally interpreted as "double glory," though some linguistic sources suggest it might simply mean "two hills." This etymology points to the physical landscape or perhaps a dual significance attached to the settlement.
In Scripture, this location appears only once, in 2 Chronicles 11:9. It is listed among the fortified cities that King Rehoboam strengthened to secure his kingdom against attack. Situated roughly five miles southwest of Hebron, Adoraim served as a strategic defensive outpost during the early years of the divided monarchy.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Adoraim appears in Scripture as a fortified city built by King Rehoboam to protect the kingdom of Judah. Its name suggests "double glory" or perhaps a location defined by two hills, grounding this spiritual concept in real geography. This single mention reminds us that God’s people have always needed safe places to dwell and worship.
While we do not know the daily life of those who lived there, the fact that this place is recorded in the Bible shows that ordinary locations matter to God. Just as Rehoboam strengthened these walls for physical security, we can trust that God provides protection and stability for our lives today. Every stone laid in obedience contributes to a larger story of faithfulness.
This word invites us to see the tangible side of biblical history. It is not just about abstract ideas but about real communities seeking safety and order under God’s provision. We find comfort knowing that the same God who oversaw the building of ancient cities cares for our present circumstances.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Adoraim1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- אֲדוֹרַ֥יִם1×
Key Verses
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II Chronicles 11:9
Adoraim, Lachish, Azekah,
This verse lists Adoraim among the fortified cities Rehoboam strengthened, showing its strategic role in securing Judah's borders.