Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “גָּלַם”
Understanding gâlam reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
wrap together. - to fold 1) (Qal) to wrap up, fold, fold together
H1563
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
גָּלַם
Phoneticgaw-lam'
Transliterationgâlam
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
wrap together. - to fold 1) (Qal) to wrap up, fold, fold together
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Kings 2:8 | “And Elijah took his mantle, and wrapped it together, and smote the waters, and they were divided hither and thither, so that they two went over on dry ground.” Word: גָּלַם (gâlam) |