Strong’s H1561

גֵּלֶל

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

gelel

Pronunciation

geh'-lel or gel

Definition

Dung, refuse

Meaning

dung

Usage

The Hebrew word "gelel" or "gel" is used in the Old Testament to refer to dung or refuse. It is often used metaphorically to describe something that is considered worthless or detestable. The term is used to convey a sense of uncleanness or impurity, often in the context of idolatry or moral corruption.

Bible references

Job 20:7;Ezekiel 4:12;Ezekiel 4:15;Zephaniah 1:17