הֶ֫דֶר (he.der)
he.der
glory
H:N-MQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- H:N-M
Word Overview
The Hebrew word hedér denotes outward splendor or majestic adornment, appearing uniquely in Daniel 11:20 to describe a king’s attire. It captures the visual weight of royalty, focusing on the brilliant garments that signal status and power rather than internal character.
As a rare term, it emphasizes the tangible display of honor. The sources define it as ornament or splendor, highlighting how external beauty serves as a marker of authority in the ancient Near East.
This single usage anchors its meaning in the context of political theater. By linking glory to clothing, the text underscores the performative nature of kingship, where appearance commands respect and fear from subjects.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The Hebrew word hedér appears only once in Scripture, found in Daniel 11:20. It describes the outward splendor or majestic adornment of a king’s attire. This rare term captures the visual weight of royalty, focusing on brilliant garments that signal status and power rather than internal character.
In our own lives, we often seek recognition through external markers of success. Yet this verse reminds us that true honor does not rely on flashy displays or political theater. The king’s glory here is temporary and fragile, destined to be destroyed without a fight. This offers a gentle perspective on how we view authority and achievement.
Instead of chasing fleeting appearances, we can find peace in knowing that our worth is not defined by the clothes we wear or the titles we hold. God sees the heart beneath the surface. Let this single usage encourage you to value integrity over image, trusting that your identity is secure in Him alone.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- [the] splendor of1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- הֶ֣דֶר1×
Key Verses
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Daniel 11:20
“Then one who will cause a tax collector to pass through the kingdom to maintain its glory will stand up in his place; but within few days he shall be destroyed, not in anger, and not in battle.
This occurrence uniquely links hedér to the external splendor of a king's attire, highlighting how temporary political power relies on visual display rather than lasting character.