Strong’s H6077

עֹפֶל

Part of speech

Proper Name Location

Transliteration

`Ophel

Pronunciation

OH-fel

Definition

Hill, mound, fortress

Meaning

Ophel

Usage

The term "Ophel" refers to a specific elevated area or fortified hill, often associated with a place of defense or a significant topographical feature within a city. In biblical contexts, it is frequently used to describe a fortified area within Jerusalem.

Bible references

2 Chronicles 27:3;2 Chronicles 33:14;Nehemiah 3:26;Nehemiah 3:27;Nehemiah 11:21