Davidic
/dəˈvɪdɪk/noun
Relating to David, especially the biblical King David or his royal dynasty.
Did you know?In biblical and later religious traditions, “Davidic” became linked not only to King David but also to expectations of an enduring royal line and a future messianic ruler.
Etymological Timeline
Iron Age
Biblical Hebrew
דָּוִד (Dāwīḏ)
“The personal name David; its deeper meaning is commonly connected with “beloved,” though the etymology is not completely certain.”
Ancient Greek
Septuagint Greek
Δαυίδ (Dauíd)
“David, the biblical king and founder of the Davidic royal line.”
Late Antiquity
Greek
Δαυιδικός (Dauიდikós)
“Davidic; relating to David or his dynasty.”
Late Latin
Latin
Davidicus
“Of or belonging to David.”
Modern English
English
Davidic
“Relating to David, his dynasty, or traditions associated with him.”