Strong’s H1530

גַּל

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

gal

Pronunciation

gal

Definition

Heap, wave, billow

Meaning

something rolled, a heap of stone, dung, a spring of water

Usage

The Hebrew word "gal" primarily refers to a heap or pile, often of stones or other materials. It can also denote waves or billows, particularly in the context of the sea. The term is used metaphorically to describe tumultuous or overwhelming situations, akin to being engulfed by waves.

Bible references

Genesis 31:46;Genesis 31:46;Genesis 31:48;Genesis 31:51;Genesis 31:52;Genesis 31:52;Genesis 31:52;Joshua 7:26;Joshua 8:29;2 Samuel 18:17;2 Kings 19:25;Job 8:17;Job 15:28;Job 38:11;Psalm 42:7;Psalm 65:7;Psalm 89:9;Psalm 107:25;Psalm 107:29;Songs 4:12;Isaiah 25:2;Isaiah 37:26;Isaiah 48:18;Isaiah 51:15;Jeremiah 5:22