Strong’s H0491

אַלְמָנוּת

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

almanuwth

Pronunciation

al-mah-nooth

Definition

Widowhood

Meaning

a widow, widowhood

Usage

The term "almanuth" refers to the state or condition of being a widow. In the Hebrew Bible, it is used to describe the social and economic status of a woman who has lost her husband. The concept of widowhood is often associated with vulnerability and a lack of protection, as widows in ancient Israelite society were typically dependent on male relatives for support.

Bible references

Genesis 38:14;Genesis 38:19;2 Samuel 20:3;Isaiah 54:4