Strong’s H2854

חֲתֻלָּה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

chathullah

Pronunciation

khat-oo-law'

Definition

Swaddling cloth, wrapping

Meaning

a swathing cloth

Usage

The term "chathullah" refers to a cloth used for wrapping, particularly in the context of swaddling an infant. In ancient Hebrew culture, swaddling was a common practice where newborns were wrapped tightly in cloths to provide warmth and security, mimicking the womb's environment.

Bible references

Job 38:9