Strong’s H5553
סֶלַע
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
cela`
Pronunciation
seh'-lah
Definition
Rock, cliff
Meaning
a craggy rock
Usage
The Hebrew word "sela" primarily refers to a rock or cliff, often used to describe a large, immovable mass of stone. It conveys the idea of strength, stability, and permanence. In the biblical context, "sela" is frequently used metaphorically to describe God as a refuge and source of protection for His people.
Bible references
Numbers 20:8;Numbers 20:8;Numbers 20:10;Numbers 20:10;Numbers 20:11;Numbers 24:21;Deuteronomy 32:13;Judges 1:36;Judges 6:20;Judges 15:8;Judges 15:11;Judges 15:13;Judges 20:45;Judges 20:47;Judges 20:47;Judges 21:13;1 Samuel 13:6;1 Samuel 14:4;1 Samuel 14:4;1 Samuel 23:25;2 Samuel 22:2;1 Kings 19:11;2 Chronicles 25:12;2 Chronicles 25:12;Nehemiah 9:15