Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “אָלַף”
Understanding ʼâlaph reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
denominative from אֶלֶף bring forth thousands. - causative, to make athousandfold v 1) (CLBL) to make thousand-fold, bri...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
אָלַף
Phoneticaw-laf'
Transliterationʼâlaph
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
denominative from אֶלֶף bring forth thousands. - causative, to make athousandfold v 1) (CLBL) to make thousand-fold, bring forth thousands 2) (TWOT) (Hiphil) producing thousands n m 3)(BDB) chief, chiliarch
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Psalms 144:13 | “That our garners may be full, affording all manner of store: that our sheep may bring forth thousands and ten thousands in our streets:” Word: אָלַף (ʼâlaph) |