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H2033 · Hebrew · Old Testament
הֲרוֹרִי
Harori
Adjective, gentilic
The Harodite; From Harod

Definition

The Hebrew Harori (Strong's H2033) is a gentilic term meaning 'the Harodite' — a native of Harod, likely referring to the area near the spring of Harod where Gideon assembled and tested his army. The designation appears in the lists of David's Mighty Men, identifying two of his elite warriors: Shammah and Elika the Harodites.

Usage & Theological Significance

The spring of Harod — whose name means 'trembling' — is famous as the site where God tested Gideon's army, reducing 32,000 to 300 through the water-drinking test (Judges 7). Only those who lapped water with their hands, remaining alert and ready, were selected. The Harodites among David's Mighty Men thus bear a name that evokes this great test of faith and readiness. Both Gideon's 300 and David's Mighty Men were small bands of extraordinary warriors, achieving victories that defied human odds — because they relied on divine strength, not numerical superiority.

Key Bible Verses

2 Samuel 23:25 Shammah the Harodite, Elika the Harodite.
1 Chronicles 11:27 Shammoth of Harod, Helez the Pelonite.
Judges 7:1 Then Jerubbaal (that is, Gideon) and all the people who were with him rose early and encamped beside the spring of Harod.
Judges 7:7 And the LORD said to Gideon, 'With the 300 men who lapped I will save you and give the Midianites into your hand.'
2 Corinthians 12:9 My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.

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