Strong’s H1690

דְּבֵלָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

dbelah

Pronunciation

deh-bay-LAH

Definition

Cake of pressed figs

Meaning

a cake of pressed figs

Usage

The term "debelah" refers to a cake or mass of pressed figs. In ancient times, figs were a staple food in the Near East, and they were often pressed into cakes for preservation and ease of transport. These cakes were a convenient and nutritious food source, providing energy and sustenance.

Bible references

1 Samuel 25:18;1 Samuel 30:12;2 Kings 20:7;1 Chronicles 12:40;1 Chronicles 12:40;Isaiah 38:21