יַעֲרֵי אֹרְגִים (ya.a.re o.re.gim)
ya.a.re o.re.gim
Jaare-oregim
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
The name Yaare-oregim appears only once in Scripture, in 2 Samuel 21:19. It identifies a man from Bethlehem who was the father of Elhanan, one of King David’s mighty warriors known for killing the giant Goliath’s brother. The phrase literally translates to "forests of weavers," a striking and unusual title for a person.
Lexical sources note that this individual is also referred to as Jair in other biblical passages, suggesting a possible variant or alternative name. The unique nature of the name hints at a family heritage linked to weaving or perhaps a specific geographic location known for such craft. This single mention preserves the memory of a lesser-known figure within the lineage of David’s loyal soldiers.
While the exact meaning behind "forests of weavers" remains open to interpretation, its presence in the text highlights the diverse backgrounds of those who served alongside Israel’s greatest king. The name stands as a rare example of a descriptive epithet used as a proper noun in the historical books.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
When you read about Elhanan in 2 Samuel 21:19, you encounter a name that feels almost poetic: Jaare-oregim, or "forests of weavers." This unusual title marks him as a Bethlehemite, a warrior standing alongside King David. It reminds us that God’s history is written by many hands, not just the most famous ones.
Even though this name appears only once, it connects to a larger story of faithfulness. Elhanan fought against the giants threatening his people, showing courage in the face of overwhelming odds. His life suggests that ordinary people, with unique backgrounds and names, play vital roles in God’s plans. We are part of that same enduring narrative.
Whether your name is common or strange, it holds value in God’s eyes. The Bible preserves these details to show that every person matters. You do not need a famous title to serve faithfully; you only need a willing heart.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Oregim1×
- Jaare-1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- יַעְרֵ֨י1×
- אֹרְגִ֜ים1×
Key Verses
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II Samuel 21:19
There was again war with the Philistines at Gob, and Elhanan the son of Jaare-Oregim the Bethlehemite killed Goliath the Gittite’s brother, the staff of whose spear was like a weaver’s beam.
This verse identifies Elhanan by the unique epithet Jaare-oregim, linking his identity to Bethlehem and highlighting his role in defeating Goliath’s brother.