Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “פֶּלֶס”
Understanding peleç reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
scales, weight. - a balance 1) balance, scale
H6425
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
פֶּלֶס
Phoneticpeh'-les
Transliterationpeleç
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
scales, weight. - a balance 1) balance, scale
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Proverbs 16:11 | “A just weight and balance are the Lord’s: all the weights of the bag are his work.” Word: פֶּלֶס (peleç) | |
| Isaiah 40:12 | “Who hath measured the waters in the hollow of his hand, and meted out heaven with the span, and comprehended the dust of the earth in a measure, and weighed the mountains in scales, and the hills in a balance?” Word: פֶּלֶס (peleç) |
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