Strong’s H5926

עִלֵּג

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

`illeg

Pronunciation

ah-LAH

Definition

To go up, ascend, climb, rise

Meaning

stuttering

Usage

The Hebrew verb עָלָה (`alah`) primarily means "to go up" or "to ascend." It is used in various contexts, including physical movement upwards, such as climbing a mountain or ascending stairs, as well as metaphorical or spiritual ascension, such as going up to worship or being elevated in status. The term can also imply the act of offering sacrifices, as offerings were often "brought up" to the altar.

Bible references

Isaiah 32:4