Name Meaning and Biblical Context of Emerald
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| Meaning | Green gemstone. | ||
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The Biblical baby name Emerald is French and English in origin and it's meaning is green gemstone. The Hebrew word for Emerald in the Bible is nophek, and the Greek word is smaragdos.
Emerald is pronounced em-er-uld. The Emerald is a green colored precious stone found in the Garden of Eden. It was imported from Syria by the ancient Israelites and used as a signet and in ornaments. Emerald was one of the precious stones in the breast plate of the high priest. Emeralds form one of the foundations of the city of New Jerusalem described in Revelations. The rainbow around the throne of God is also described to be similar in appearance to emeralds. Biblical reference for baby name Emerald: Exodus 28:18; 39:11; Ezekiel 28:13; Revelations 4:3; 21:19 Strong's concordance H5306 and G4664 |
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