Strong’s H0422

אָלָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

alah

Pronunciation

ah-LAH

Definition

To go up, ascend, climb, rise

Meaning

to adjure, imprecate

Usage

The Hebrew verb "alah" primarily means "to go up" or "to ascend." It is used in various contexts, including physical movement upwards, such as climbing a mountain or ascending stairs, as well as metaphorical or spiritual ascension, such as going up to worship or being elevated in status. The term can also imply the act of bringing something up, such as an offering or sacrifice.

Bible references

Judges 17:2;1 Samuel 14:24;1 Kings 8:31;2 Chronicles 6:22;Hosea 4:2;Hosea 10:4