תּוֹלָ֑ד (to.lad)
to.lad
Tolad
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
תּוֹלָד (tolad) is a rare proper noun appearing only once in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in 1 Chronicles 4:29. Rather than functioning as a common noun for "generation" or "descendants," here it identifies a specific geographical location. The text lists it among the settlements belonging to the tribe of Simeon, situating it within the broader narrative of tribal inheritance and territorial organization.
The name itself likely derives from the root meaning "to bear" or "to bring forth," suggesting a place associated with lineage or birth. In this context, it serves as a marker of identity for the community that lived there. Its inclusion in the genealogical records highlights the importance of land ownership and family heritage in ancient Israelite society.
Because it occurs just once, its precise etymology remains somewhat opaque, but its role is clear: it anchors the Simeonites to a specific piece of earth. This single mention reminds readers that the biblical narrative is deeply concerned with where people lived as much as who they were.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Tolad appears in a single verse within the Hebrew Bible, nestled in the genealogical records of the tribe of Simeon. Its presence reminds us that God’s story is not only about great leaders or dramatic events but also about ordinary places and families. This tiny mention anchors the Simeonites to their land, showing how deeply rooted identity was in ancient Israel.
For your faith today, this word invites reflection on belonging. Just as Tolad marked a physical home for an ancient community, Christ establishes a spiritual home for all who trust in Him. You are part of a larger story — one that spans generations and connects you to believers past, present, and future.
When you read names like Tolad in Scripture, remember that every detail matters to God. He knows your name, your place, and your purpose. In Christ, we find our true inheritance — not of land, but of eternal life with Him.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ in/ Tolad1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- וּ/בְ/תוֹלָֽד\׃1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 4:29
at Bilhah, at Ezem, at Tolad,
This verse lists Tolad among the settlements of Simeon, showing its role as a specific geographical marker in tribal inheritance.