H145 — Eder (Greatness, Magnificence, Mantle)

H145 · Hebrew · Old Testament

אֶדֶר

Eder

Noun, masculine

Greatness, Magnificence, Mantle

Definition

The Hebrew word eder carries two related senses: greatness or magnificence, and a shepherd's mantle or large garment. In Zechariah 11:13, it refers to the robe of a shepherd-prophet.

Usage & Theological Significance

The shepherd's mantle (eder) in Zechariah becomes a powerful messianic symbol. When the LORD instructs Zechariah to enact the coming betrayal, the prophet is wearing a shepherd's cloak. Jesus, the ultimate Shepherd-King, wore humility as His mantle. His greatness was revealed through service, not status.

Key Bible Verses

Zechariah 11:13 So I took the thirty pieces of silver and threw them to the potter at the house of the LORD. And I took my shepherd's staff called Favor and broke it.

Micah 2:8 You strip off the rich robe from those who pass by without a care, like men returning from battle.

Genesis 25:25 The first to come out was red, and his whole body was like a hairy garment; so they named him Esau.

1 Kings 19:13 When Elijah heard it, he pulled his cloak over his face and went out and stood at the mouth of the cave.

John 10:11 I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.

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