Strong’s H3479

יִשְׂרָאֵל

Part of speech

Proper Name Masculine

Transliteration

Yisra'el

Pronunciation

yis-rah-EL

Definition

Israel

Meaning

Jisrael

Usage

The name "Israel" is first given to Jacob after he wrestles with the angel of the Lord (Genesis 32:28). It signifies one who has struggled with God and humans and has prevailed. The name is subsequently used to refer to the descendants of Jacob, the nation of Israel, and the land promised to them by God.

Bible references

Ezra 5:1;Ezra 5:11;Ezra 6:14;Ezra 6:16;Ezra 6:17;Ezra 6:17;Ezra 7:13;Ezra 7:15