Strong’s H5953

עָלַל

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

`alal

Pronunciation

ah-LAHL

Definition

To act severely, deal with severely, make a fool of, mock, play

Meaning

to effect thoroughly, to glean, to overdo, maltreat, be saucy to, pain, impose

Usage

The Hebrew verb "alal" primarily conveys the idea of acting in a way that is severe or harsh. It can also imply making a fool of someone, mocking, or engaging in playful behavior. The context in which it is used often determines whether the action is negative, such as mocking, or more neutral, such as playing.

Bible references

Exodus 10:2;Leviticus 19:10;Numbers 22:29;Deuteronomy 24:21;Judges 19:25;Judges 20:45;1 Samuel 6:6;1 Samuel 31:4;1 Chronicles 10:4;Job 16:15;Psalm 141:4;Jeremiah 6:9;Jeremiah 6:9;Jeremiah 38:19;Lamentations 1:12;Lamentations 1:22;Lamentations 1:22;Lamentations 2:20;Lamentations 3:51