Strong's Lexicon taleh: Lamb Original Word: טָלֶה Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to be tender Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G286: ἀμνός (amnos) - Refers to a lamb, used in the New Testament to describe Jesus as the Lamb of God. - G721: ἀρνίον (arnion) - A diminutive form of lamb, often used in Revelation to refer to Christ. Usage: The Hebrew word "taleh" refers to a young sheep, specifically a lamb. In the biblical context, lambs are often associated with innocence, sacrifice, and purity. They are frequently used in sacrificial rituals and symbolize submission and obedience to God. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, lambs held significant cultural and religious importance. They were a staple in the agrarian society, providing wool, meat, and milk. More importantly, lambs were central to the sacrificial system established in the Mosaic Law. The Passover lamb, for instance, was a critical element in the commemoration of Israel's deliverance from Egypt. The sacrificial lambs were to be without blemish, symbolizing the need for purity and perfection in offerings to God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition a lamb NASB Translation lamb (2), lambs (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance lamb By variation for tla'; a lamb -- lamb. see HEBREW tla' Forms and Transliterations וְטָלֶ֜ה וטלה טְלֵ֤ה טלה ṭə·lêh teLeh ṭəlêh vetaLeh wə·ṭā·leh wəṭālehLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Samuel 7:9 HEB: וַיִּקַּ֣ח שְׁמוּאֵ֗ל טְלֵ֤ה חָלָב֙ אֶחָ֔ד NAS: a suckling lamb and offered KJV: sucking lamb, and offered INT: took Samuel lamb A suckling a Isaiah 65:25 2 Occurrences |
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