Strong’s H4251

מַחְלֻי

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

machluy

Pronunciation

makh-loo-ee

Definition

Sickness, disease, affliction

Meaning

a disease

Usage

The term "machluy" or "machaluy" refers to a state of physical illness or affliction. It is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe conditions of sickness that affect individuals, often seen as a consequence of sin or disobedience, but also as a means through which God can demonstrate His power and mercy through healing.

Bible references

2 Chronicles 24:25