Strong’s H4609

מַעֲלָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

ma`alah

Pronunciation

mah-ah-lah

Definition

Ascent, step, stair, elevation, degree

Meaning

elevation, the act, the condition, a climactic progression

Usage

The Hebrew word "ma'alah" primarily refers to a physical or metaphorical ascent or step. It can denote a literal step or stair in a structure, an elevation in geographical terms, or a figurative rise in status or spiritual condition. In the context of the Psalms, it is often associated with the "Songs of Ascents" (Psalms 120-134), which were sung by pilgrims traveling to Jerusalem for the feasts.

Bible references

Exodus 20:26;Joshua 10:10;1 Kings 10:19;1 Kings 10:20;2 Kings 9:13;2 Kings 20:9;2 Kings 20:9;2 Kings 20:10;2 Kings 20:10;2 Kings 20:11;2 Kings 20:11;1 Chronicles 17:17;2 Chronicles 9:18;2 Chronicles 9:19;Ezra 7:9;Nehemiah 3:15;Nehemiah 12:37;Psalm 120:1;Psalm 121:1;Psalm 122:1;Psalm 123:1;Psalm 124:1;Psalm 125:1;Psalm 126:1;Psalm 127:1