אֲרוֹדִי (a.ro.di)
a.ro.di
Arodi
N:N--PGQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N--PG
Word Overview
The term Arodi identifies a descendant of Arod, an early patriarch within the tribe of Gad. This gentilic appears only twice in Scripture, serving as a specific marker in the genealogical records that trace the family lines from the descent into Egypt through the wilderness generation (Genesis 46:16; Numbers 26:17).
Its meaning connects to the root Arod, which carries the sense of subduing or roaming. By attaching this suffix, the text distinguishes the lineage of Arod from other branches of Gad, such as those of Ziphion and Haggi. These brief mentions preserve the identity of a specific clan within the larger tribal structure.
As a proper noun derivative, it functions primarily as a historical label rather than a theological concept. Its rarity highlights the meticulous nature of biblical genealogies, which record even minor family branches to demonstrate the continuity of God’s promises across generations.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Arodi appears in two brief genealogical lists within Scripture, marking a specific branch of the tribe of Gad. These records are not merely dry data but careful preserves of identity, showing that every family line was known and counted by God. In Genesis 46:16 and Numbers 26:17, this name anchors a lineage that moved from Egypt into the wilderness, demonstrating the steady continuity of God’s people across generations.
For your faith today, these names remind us that God values every individual within His community. Just as Arodi was recorded alongside his ancestors and descendants, you are part of a larger story that stretches back through time and forward into hope. This attention to detail shows that no one is forgotten in the unfolding of God’s promises.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- the/ Arodite[s]1×
- and/ Arodi1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- וַֽ/אֲרוֹדִ֖י1×
- הָ/אֲרוֹדִ֑י1×
Key Verses
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Genesis 46:16
The sons of Gad: Ziphion, Haggi, Shuni, Ezbon, Eri, Arodi, and Areli.
This verse lists Arodi among the sons of Gad entering Egypt, establishing his place in the initial family migration.
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Numbers 26:17
of Arod, the family of the Arodites; of Areli, the family of the Arelites.
Here the text identifies the 'family of the Arodites' during the wilderness census, confirming the survival and distinct identity of this line.