a salutation expressive of a wish for the welfare of the person addressed; the translation of the Greek Chaire , "Rejoice" ( Luke 1:8 ). Used in mockery in Matthew 27:29 .
These dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain, copy freely.
Bibliography InformationEaston, Matthew George. "Entry for Hail!". "Easton's Bible Dictionary". .