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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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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
ReferenceText
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)

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Psalms
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