Strong’s H3490

יָתוֹם

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

yathowm

Pronunciation

yah-THOME

Definition

Orphan, fatherless

Meaning

a bereaved person

Usage

The Hebrew word "yathom" primarily refers to a child who has lost their father, and by extension, it can refer to an orphan who has lost both parents. In the biblical context, the term emphasizes vulnerability and the need for protection and justice. The plight of the yathom is often mentioned alongside widows and foreigners, highlighting God's concern for those who are marginalized and defenseless.

Bible references

Exodus 22:22;Exodus 22:24;Deuteronomy 10:18;Deuteronomy 14:29;Deuteronomy 16:11;Deuteronomy 16:14;Deuteronomy 24:17;Deuteronomy 24:19;Deuteronomy 24:20;Deuteronomy 24:21;Deuteronomy 26:12;Deuteronomy 26:13;Deuteronomy 27:19;Job 6:27;Job 22:9;Job 24:3;Job 24:9;Job 29:12;Job 31:17;Job 31:21;Psalm 10:14;Psalm 10:18;Psalm 68:5;Psalm 82:3;Psalm 94:6