Strong’s H4138

מוֹלֶדֶת

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

mowledeth

Pronunciation

mo-leh'-deth

Definition

Kindred, birth, offspring, family, native land

Meaning

nativity, lineage, native country, offspring, family

Usage

The Hebrew word "moledeth" primarily refers to one's kindred or family, encompassing the broader concept of one's birthplace or native land. It is often used to denote familial relationships and the place of one's origin. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, "moledeth" signifies not only the physical place of birth but also the cultural and familial ties associated with one's lineage and heritage.

Bible references

Genesis 11:28;Genesis 12:1;Genesis 24:4;Genesis 24:7;Genesis 31:3;Genesis 31:13;Genesis 32:9;Genesis 43:7;Genesis 48:6;Leviticus 18:9;Leviticus 18:9;Leviticus 18:11;Numbers 10:30;Ruth 2:11;Esther 2:10;Esther 2:20;Esther 8:6;Jeremiah 22:10;Jeremiah 46:16;Ezekiel 16:3;Ezekiel 16:4;Ezekiel 23:15