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H685 · Hebrew · Old Testament
אֶצְעָדָה
Etsadah
Noun, feminine
Bracelet / Armlet / Anklet

Definition

The Hebrew word etsadah (אֶצְעָדָה) refers to an armband, anklet, or bracelet worn as jewelry or ornamentation. It appears in contexts describing ornamental jewelry and also in the description of the insignia brought as an offering. Related to the root meaning 'to step' or 'to march,' it may suggest jewelry worn on the arms or legs as one moves.

Usage & Theological Significance

In Numbers 31:50, the Israelite commanders brought etsadah as a freewill offering to the LORD after their victory. This act of consecrating personal adornments to God reflects the principle that our possessions — even our finest jewelry — belong ultimately to God and can be returned to Him in worship. The gesture echoes the people's offering of gold for the tabernacle: when hearts are surrendered, even luxury becomes an instrument of worship.

Key Bible Verses

Numbers 31:50 So we have brought as an offering to the LORD the gold articles each of us acquired — armlets, bracelets, signet rings, earrings and necklaces — to make atonement for ourselves before the LORD.
2 Samuel 1:10 So I stood over him and killed him, because I knew that after he had fallen he could not survive. And I took the crown that was on his head and the band on his arm and have brought them here to my lord.
Isaiah 3:20 the headbands and ankle chains and sashes, the perfume bottles and charms,
Ezekiel 16:11 I adorned you with jewelry: I put bracelets on your arms and a necklace around your neck.
Proverbs 31:10 A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.

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