Strong’s H5768

עוֹלֵל

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

`owlel

Pronunciation

oh-LAYL or oh-LAHL

Definition

Child, Infant, Little One

Meaning

a suckling

Usage

The Hebrew words עוֹלֵל (olel) and עוֹלָל (olal) are used to refer to young children or infants. These terms emphasize the vulnerability and innocence of young ones, often highlighting their need for care and protection. The words can also be used metaphorically to describe those who are defenseless or in need of guidance.

Bible references

1 Samuel 15:3;1 Samuel 22:19;2 Kings 8:12;Job 3:16;Psalm 8:2;Psalm 17:14;Psalm 137:9;Isaiah 3:12;Isaiah 13:16;Jeremiah 6:11;Jeremiah 9:21;Jeremiah 44:7;Lamentations 1:5;Lamentations 2:11;Lamentations 2:19;Lamentations 2:20;Lamentations 4:4;Hosea 13:16;Joel 2:16;Micah 2:9;Nahum 3:10