Strong's Lexicon labbah: Flame, Blaze Original Word: לַבָּה Word Origin: Derived from the root לֵב (leb), meaning "heart." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for concepts related to fire or flame is πῦρ (pur), Strong's Greek #4442, which also signifies fire or a fiery trial. Usage: The Hebrew word "labbah" is used to describe a flame or blaze, often in the context of fire. It conveys the idea of something that is burning brightly and intensely. In the biblical context, it can symbolize God's presence, judgment, or purification. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, fire was a powerful symbol. It represented God's presence, as seen in the burning bush (Exodus 3:2) and the pillar of fire that guided the Israelites (Exodus 13:21). Fire also symbolized judgment and purification, as in the refining of metals. The imagery of fire and flame was deeply embedded in the religious and cultural consciousness of the Israelites, often associated with divine power and holiness. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe same as lehabah, q.v. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance flame For lehabah; flame -- flame. see HEBREW lehabah Forms and Transliterations בְּלַבַּת־ בלבת־ bə·lab·baṯ- belabbat bəlabbaṯ-Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Exodus 3:2 HEB: יְהֹוָ֥ה אֵלָ֛יו בְּלַבַּת־ אֵ֖שׁ מִתּ֣וֹךְ KJV: appeared unto him in a flame of fire INT: of the LORD unto A flame fire the midst 1 Occurrence |
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