Word Study
The meaning of “בָּלָה”
Understanding bâlâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
H1086
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
בָּלָה
Phoneticbaw-law'
Transliterationbâlâh
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
consume, enjoy long, become (make, wax) old, spend, waste. - to fail - by implication to wear out, decay (causatively, consume, spend) 1) to wear out, become old 1a) (Qal) to wear out 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to wear out 1b2) to wear out by use, use up completely 1b3) to enjoy, use to the full
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
14 total references
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
14x
Most Frequent Book
Psalms
Book Distribution
Genesis1
Deuteronomy2
Joshua1
1 Chronicles1
Nehemiah1
Job1
Psalms3
Isaiah3
Lamentations1
Devotional Reflection
How does the original Hebrew meaning of 'בָּלָה' deepen your understanding of Genesis 18:12?