Strong's Lexicon dayyan: Judge Original Word: דַּיָּן Word Origin: Derived from the root דִּין (din), meaning "to judge" or "to govern." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G2923 (κριτής, kritēs): Refers to a judge or one who passes judgment. - G2919 (κρίνω, krinō): To judge, decide, or determine. Usage: The term "dayyan" refers to a judge or one who exercises judgment. In the biblical context, it denotes an individual appointed to adjudicate disputes, administer justice, and uphold the law. The role of a dayyan was crucial in maintaining order and righteousness within the community, as they were responsible for interpreting and applying God's laws. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, judges played a vital role in society, especially during the period of the Judges, before the establishment of the monarchy. They were seen as leaders who not only settled legal disputes but also provided guidance and delivered the people from oppression. The concept of justice was deeply rooted in the covenant relationship between God and Israel, and judges were expected to reflect God's righteousness and fairness. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom din Definition a judge NASB Translation judge (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs דַּיָּן noun masculine judge 1 Samuel 24:16; construct דַּיַּן Psalm 68:6. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance judge From diyn; a judge or advocate -- judge. see HEBREW diyn Forms and Transliterations וְדַיַּ֣ן ודין לְדַיָּ֔ן לדין lə·ḏay·yān ledaiYan ləḏayyān vedaiYan wə·ḏay·yan wəḏayyanLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Samuel 24:15 HEB: וְהָיָ֤ה יְהוָה֙ לְדַיָּ֔ן וְשָׁפַ֖ט בֵּינִ֣י NAS: The LORD therefore be judge and decide KJV: The LORD therefore be judge, and judge INT: become the LORD therefore be judge and decide between Psalm 68:5 2 Occurrences |