Strong’s H5071

נְדָבָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

ndabah

Pronunciation

neh-dah-VAH

Definition

Freewill offering, voluntary offering, willing gift

Meaning

spontaneity, spontaneous, a spontaneous, abundant gift

Usage

The term "nedabah" refers to a voluntary or freewill offering given out of one's own volition, without compulsion or obligation. It is an expression of generosity and devotion to God, often associated with offerings made in addition to the required sacrifices under the Mosaic Law. These offerings were given to support the work of the Tabernacle or Temple and to express personal gratitude or devotion to God.

Bible references

Exodus 35:29;Exodus 36:3;Leviticus 7:16;Leviticus 22:18;Leviticus 22:21;Leviticus 22:23;Leviticus 23:38;Numbers 15:3;Numbers 29:39;Deuteronomy 12:6;Deuteronomy 12:17;Deuteronomy 16:10;Deuteronomy 23:23;2 Chronicles 31:14;2 Chronicles 35:8;Ezra 1:4;Ezra 3:5;Ezra 8:28;Psalm 54:6;Psalm 68:9;Psalm 110:3;Psalm 119:108;Ezekiel 46:12;Ezekiel 46:12;Hosea 14:4