Strong’s H0089

אָגֵא

Part of speech

Proper Name Masculine

Transliteration

Age'

Pronunciation

oh-LAHM

Definition

Age, eternity, everlasting, forever, perpetual

Meaning

Age

Usage

The Hebrew word "olam" is used to denote a long duration, antiquity, or futurity. It often conveys the concept of eternity or an indefinite, unending period. In the context of God's nature, it emphasizes His eternal existence and unchanging nature. When referring to human life or historical periods, it can indicate a long but finite duration.

Bible references

2 Samuel 23:11