Strong’s H5459

סְגֻלָּה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

cgullah

Pronunciation

seh-goo-LAH

Definition

Possession, treasure, special possession

Meaning

wealth

Usage

The term "segullah" is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote a treasured possession or a special, valued property. It often refers to the unique relationship between God and His chosen people, Israel, highlighting their distinct status as His cherished possession among all nations.

Bible references

Exodus 19:5;Deuteronomy 7:6;Deuteronomy 14:2;Deuteronomy 26:18;1 Chronicles 29:3;Psalm 135:4;Ecclesiastes 2:8;Malachi 3:17