Strong’s H0481
אָלַם
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
alam
Pronunciation
ah-lahm
Definition
To conceal, hide, be hidden, be secret
Meaning
to tie fast, to be tongue-tied
Usage
The Hebrew verb "alam" primarily means to conceal or hide. It is used in various contexts in the Old Testament to describe the act of hiding something physically or metaphorically. This can refer to hiding objects, concealing information, or even the hidden nature of certain truths or mysteries.
Bible references
Genesis 37:7;Psalm 31:18;Psalm 39:2;Psalm 39:9;Isaiah 53:7;Ezekiel 3:26;Ezekiel 24:27;Ezekiel 33:22;Daniel 10:15