Strong's Lexicon uwl: Mighty, strength, power Original Word: אוּל Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to twist or to be strong. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with the concept of strength or might is "δύναμις" (dynamis), Strong's Greek #1411, which is used in the New Testament to describe power, especially divine power. Usage: The Hebrew word "uwl" is used to denote strength or might, often in the context of physical or moral strength. It conveys the idea of power and might, sometimes associated with the strength of a person or a nation. In the biblical context, it can also refer to the strength of God or His mighty acts. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, strength and might were highly valued attributes, often associated with leadership and divine favor. The concept of strength was not only physical but also moral and spiritual. The Israelites often attributed their victories and successes to the strength given by God, and they revered leaders who demonstrated both physical prowess and moral fortitude. Brown-Driver-Briggs I. [אוּל] noun [masculine] body, belly; suffix אוּלָם (in contempt) Psalm 73:4 (literally their front, prominent part). II. [אוּל] noun [masculine] leading man, noble; plural construct אוּלֵי הָאָרֶץ 2 Kings 24:15 Kt (Qr אֵילֵי see [III. איל]). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance mighty, strength From an unused root meaning to twist, i.e. (by implication) be strong; the body (as being rolled together); also powerful -- mighty, strength. Forms and Transliterations אֵילֵ֣י אוּלָֽם׃ אולם׃ אילי ’ê·lê ’êlê ’ū·lām ’ūlām eiLei uLamLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Kings 24:15 HEB: [אֱוִלֵי כ] (אֵילֵ֣י ק) הָאָ֔רֶץ NAS: and his officials and the leading men of the land, INT: and the king's and his officials mighty of the land led Psalm 73:4 2 Occurrences |
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