Original Word: נְדִיבָה
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: ndiybah
Pronunciation: neh-dee-BAH
Phonetic Spelling: (ned-ee-baw')
Definition: Willingness, nobility, generosity
Meaning: nobility, reputation

Word Origin: Derived from the root נָדַב (nadab), which means "to be willing" or "to volunteer."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G1635 (ἐκούσιος, hekousios): Voluntary, willing

- G1634 (ἐθελούσιος, ethelousios): Willing, of one's own accord

Usage: The term "nedibah" primarily conveys the idea of a willing spirit or a generous heart. It is often used to describe a voluntary or freewill offering, emphasizing the voluntary nature of the giver's action. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, it reflects a heart inclined towards generosity and noble actions, often in service to God or others.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, offerings and sacrifices were a central part of religious life. While many offerings were prescribed by law, freewill offerings (nedibah) were given out of personal devotion and gratitude. This concept of voluntary giving was highly esteemed, reflecting a heart aligned with God's purposes and a community-oriented spirit. The cultural emphasis on community and mutual support in Israelite society made acts of generosity and willingness particularly significant.

Word Origin
from nadab
Definition
nobility, nobleness
NASB Translation
honor (1), noble plans (2), willing (1).

[נְדִיבָה] noun feminine nobility, nobleness; — suffix נְדִבָתִי Job 30:15; plural נְדִיבוֺת Isaiah 32:8 (twice in verse); —

1 nobility of rank, honour Job 30:15.

2 plural = noble things as counselled by the נדיב in character Isaiah 32:8 (twice in verse).

soul

Feminine of nadiyb; properly, nobility, i.e. Reputation -- soul.

see HEBREW nadiyb

נְדִבָתִ֑י נדבתי nə·ḏi·ḇā·ṯî nəḏiḇāṯî nedivaTiInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts