Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “יָלַע”
Understanding yâlaʻ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
devour. - to blurt or utter inconsiderately 1) (Qal) to speak rashly, talk wildly 1a) (TWOT) to swallow, swallow down
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
יָלַע
Phoneticyaw-lah'
Transliterationyâlaʻ
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
devour. - to blurt or utter inconsiderately 1) (Qal) to speak rashly, talk wildly 1a) (TWOT) to swallow, swallow down
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Proverbs 20:25 | “It is a snare to the man who devoureth that which is holy, and after vows to make enquiry.” Word: יָלַע (yâlaʻ) |