Strong’s H1431

גָּדַל

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

gadal

Pronunciation

gah-DAHL

Definition

To grow, become great, magnify, promote

Meaning

to be, large

Usage

The Hebrew verb "gadal" primarily conveys the idea of growth or increase in size, importance, or significance. It is used in various contexts to describe physical growth, such as a child growing up, as well as metaphorical growth, such as the increase in power or influence of a person or nation. It can also mean to magnify or glorify, often in the context of exalting God or His works.

Bible references

Genesis 12:2;Genesis 19:13;Genesis 19:19;Genesis 21:8;Genesis 21:20;Genesis 24:35;Genesis 25:27;Genesis 26:13;Genesis 26:13;Genesis 26:13;Genesis 38:11;Genesis 38:14;Genesis 41:40;Genesis 48:19;Genesis 48:19;Exodus 2:10;Exodus 2:11;Numbers 6:5;Numbers 14:17;Joshua 3:7;Joshua 4:14;Judges 11:2;Judges 13:24;Ruth 1:13;1 Samuel 2:21