Strong’s H6928

קַדְמָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

qadmah

Pronunciation

kad-maw'

Definition

Eastward, toward the east

Meaning

former time

Usage

The term "qadmah" is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote direction, specifically indicating "eastward" or "toward the east." It often describes the orientation of geographical locations, movements, or the positioning of objects and people. The east holds significant symbolic meaning in biblical texts, often associated with beginnings, origins, and sometimes exile or judgment.

Bible references

Ezra 5:11;Daniel 6:10