Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “אָלָה”
Understanding ʼâlâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
lament. - to bewail 1) (Qal) to lament, wail
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
אָלָה
Phoneticaw-law'
Transliterationʼâlâh
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
lament. - to bewail 1) (Qal) to lament, wail
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Joel 1:8 | “Lament like a virgin girded with sackcloth for the husband of her youth.” Word: אָלָה (ʼâlâh) |