The story of Gedeon
Gedeon was a biblical figure from the Book of Judges in the Old Testament. He was the son of Joash, from the Abiezrite clan of Manasseh. He was the youngest of his father's seventy-two sons, and the only one to survive to adulthood. He was known for his courage and faith in God. Gedeon was called by God to lead the Israelites in battle against the Midianites. He was initially hesitant, but God gave him a sign of confirmation. Gedeon then gathered an army of 32,000 men and led them to victory against the Midianites. He was also known for his miraculous victory over the Midianites using only 300 men. Gedeon is best known for his faith in God and his courage in leading the Israelites to victory. He is also remembered for his miraculous victory over the Midianites with only 300 men. He is an example of faith and courage in the face of adversity.
Name meaning
The name "Gedeon" is a variant of "Gideon," which has Hebrew origins. In Hebrew, "Gideon" (גִּדְעוֹן) means "hewer" or "one who cuts down," often interpreted as "mighty warrior" or "destroyer." The name is best known from the Bible, where Gideon is a judge and military leader of Israel who leads a small army to victory against the Midianites. This biblical context contributes to the name's connotations of strength, leadership, and bravery.
Name origin
Hebrew
First mention
Hebrews 11:32
Appearances in the Bible
1 mentions
In Hebrew
גדעון