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Gideon is not a Greek word. It is a Hebrew name, and refers to the Champion that lead the Israeli forces to defeat the Midians.

The name Gideon means 'Destroyer', 'Mighty warrior', or 'Cutter down (feller)' e.g. A feller of trees.

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geed-'OHN (גדעון) means "one who cuts down trees".

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