Strong’s H1105
בֶּלַע
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
bela`
Pronunciation
beh-lah
Definition
Destruction, engulfing, ruin
Meaning
a gulp, destruction
Usage
The Hebrew word "bela" is used to convey the concept of destruction or ruin, often in the context of something being swallowed up or consumed. It is typically used in a metaphorical sense to describe the complete and utter destruction of something, whether it be physical, moral, or spiritual.
Bible references
Psalm 52:4;Jeremiah 51:44