Original Word: פֻרָה
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Purah
Pronunciation: poo-raw'
Phonetic Spelling: (poo-raw')
Definition: Purah
Meaning: Purah

Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root פּוּר (pur), meaning "to cast" or "lot."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Greek equivalents for the proper noun "Purah" as it is a specific Hebrew name. However, the concept of a servant or attendant can be related to Greek terms like δοῦλος (doulos), meaning "servant" or "slave."

Usage: In the Bible, Purah is a personal name. It is specifically used to refer to the servant of Gideon, a judge of Israel. The name is mentioned in the context of the narrative where Gideon is preparing to battle the Midianites.

Cultural and Historical Background: The account of Gideon and Purah is set during the period of the Judges, a time characterized by a cycle of Israelite apostasy, oppression by foreign powers, cries for deliverance, and the rise of judges who lead Israel to victory. Gideon, also known as Jerubbaal, was called by God to deliver Israel from the Midianites. Purah, as Gideon's servant, played a supportive role in this divine mission. The narrative highlights themes of faith, divine guidance, and the importance of obedience to God's commands.

Word Origin
from parah
Definition
a servant of Gideon
NASB Translation
Purah (2).

מֻּרָה proper name, masculine Judges 7:10,11, Φαρα.

Phurah

For p'orah; foliage; Purah, an Israelite -- Phurah.

see HEBREW p'orah

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