Strong’s H0259

אֶחָד

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

echad

Pronunciation

eh-khad'

Definition

One, single, first, alone, unity

Meaning

united, one, first

Usage

The Hebrew word "echad" primarily denotes the number one, indicating singularity or unity. It is used to express the concept of oneness, whether in numerical terms or in the sense of unity and harmony. In the context of time, it can mean "first" as in the first day of the month. It is also used to describe a collective unity, as seen in the Shema (Deuteronomy 6:4), where it emphasizes the oneness of God.

Bible references

Genesis 1:5;Genesis 1:9;Genesis 2:11;Genesis 2:21;Genesis 2:24;Genesis 3:22;Genesis 4:19;Genesis 8:5;Genesis 8:13;Genesis 8:13;Genesis 10:25;Genesis 11:1;Genesis 11:1;Genesis 11:6;Genesis 11:6;Genesis 19:9;Genesis 21:15;Genesis 22:2;Genesis 26:10;Genesis 27:38;Genesis 27:44;Genesis 27:45;Genesis 29:20;Genesis 32:8;Genesis 32:22