◄ 2769. Chermonim ►
Lexicon Chermonim: Hermons Original Word: חֶרְמוֹנִים Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine Transliteration: Chermowniym Pronunciation: kher-mo-neem' Phonetic Spelling: (kher-mo-neem') Definition: Hermons Meaning: Hermons, its peaks Strong's Exhaustive Concordance the Hermonites Plural of Chermown; Hermons, i.e. Its peaks -- the Hermonites. see HEBREW Chermown NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin pl. of Chermon, q.v. NASB Translation Hermon (1). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from חֶרְמוֹן (Hermon), which refers to Mount Hermon, a prominent mountain in the Anti-Lebanon mountain range. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Strong's Greek entries for חֶרְמוֹנִים (Hermonim) as it is a specific Hebrew proper noun referring to a geographical location. However, the Greek equivalent for Mount Hermon in the Septuagint is Ἑρμών (Hermon), which is used in similar contexts to denote the same mountain. Usage: The term חֶרְמוֹנִים (Hermonim) is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote the peaks or the range of Mount Hermon. It is a proper noun and is used in a poetic context to describe the majestic and lofty nature of the mountain. Context: • Geographical Context: Mount Hermon is a significant geographical landmark in the northern part of ancient Israel, forming part of the Anti-Lebanon mountain range. It is known for its high elevation and snow-capped peaks, which are visible from great distances. The mountain holds cultural and religious significance in the biblical narrative. • Biblical References: The term חֶרְמוֹנִים (Hermonim) appears in Psalm 42:6 (BSB), where the psalmist expresses a deep longing for God while recalling the majestic landscapes of the region, including the peaks of Hermon. The verse reads: "O my God, my soul despairs within me. Therefore I remember You from the land of Jordan and the peaks of Hermon, from Mount Mizar." • Theological Significance: In the biblical context, Mount Hermon and its peaks symbolize grandeur and divine majesty. The mountain's height and prominence serve as a metaphor for the greatness and transcendence of God. The reference to Hermon in the Psalms underscores the psalmist's yearning for the presence of God amidst the trials and tribulations of life. • Cultural and Historical Insights: Mount Hermon was historically a boundary marker and a site of religious significance for various ancient Near Eastern cultures. Its peaks were often associated with divine encounters and spiritual experiences, making it a fitting symbol in the biblical text for the presence and power of God. Forms and Transliterations וְ֝חֶרְמוֹנִ֗ים וחרמונים vechermoNim wə·ḥer·mō·w·nîm wəḥermōwnîm Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Psalm 42:6 HEB: מֵאֶ֣רֶץ יַרְדֵּ֑ן וְ֝חֶרְמוֹנִ֗ים מֵהַ֥ר מִצְעָֽר׃ NAS: of the Jordan And the peaks of Hermon, from Mount KJV: of Jordan, and of the Hermonites, from the hill INT: the land of the Jordan of Hermon Mount Mizar 1 Occurrence Strong's Hebrew 2769 1 Occurrence wə·ḥer·mō·w·nîm — 1 Occ.