Strong’s H3205

יָלַד

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

yalad

Pronunciation

yah-LAHD

Definition

To bear, bring forth, beget

Meaning

to bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

Usage

The Hebrew verb "yalad" primarily means to bear or bring forth, often used in the context of childbirth. It can refer to both the act of a mother giving birth and a father begetting children. The term is used extensively throughout the Old Testament to describe the genealogical records, emphasizing the continuity of family lines and the fulfillment of God's promises through generations.

Bible references

Genesis 3:16;Genesis 4:1;Genesis 4:2;Genesis 4:17;Genesis 4:18;Genesis 4:18;Genesis 4:18;Genesis 4:18;Genesis 4:20;Genesis 4:22;Genesis 4:25;Genesis 4:26;Genesis 5:3;Genesis 5:4;Genesis 5:4;Genesis 5:6;Genesis 5:7;Genesis 5:7;Genesis 5:9;Genesis 5:10;Genesis 5:10;Genesis 5:12;Genesis 5:13;Genesis 5:13;Genesis 5:15