Strong’s G1138

Δαβίδ

Part of speech

Proper Noun, Indeclinable

Transliteration

Dabid

Pronunciation

dah-VEED

Definition

David

Meaning

David, King of Israel.

Usage

The name "David" in the Greek New Testament refers to the second king of Israel, a central figure in the history of Israel and a man after God's own heart. David is renowned for his faith, leadership, and the establishment of Jerusalem as the political and spiritual center of Israel. In the New Testament, David is often mentioned in the context of Jesus' genealogy, emphasizing Jesus' rightful place in the Davidic line and fulfilling Old Testament prophecies regarding the Messiah.

Bible references

Matthew 1:1;Matthew 1:6;Matthew 1:6;Matthew 1:17;Matthew 1:17;Matthew 1:20;Matthew 9:27;Matthew 12:3;Matthew 12:23;Matthew 15:22;Matthew 20:30;Matthew 20:31;Matthew 21:9;Matthew 21:15;Matthew 22:42;Matthew 22:43;Matthew 22:45;Mark 2:25;Mark 10:47;Mark 10:48;Mark 11:10;Mark 12:35;Mark 12:36;Mark 12:37;Luke 1:27