Strong’s H7039

קָלִי

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

qaliy

Pronunciation

kah-LEE

Definition

Roasted grain, parched grain

Meaning

roasted ears of grain

Usage

The term "qali" refers to grain that has been roasted or parched, a common method of preparing grain in ancient times. This process involved heating the grain to make it edible and preserve it for longer periods. In the context of the Bible, "qali" is often associated with sustenance and provision, particularly during times of harvest or when fresh grain was not available.

Bible references

Leviticus 23:14;Ruth 2:14;1 Samuel 17:17;1 Samuel 25:18;2 Samuel 17:28;2 Samuel 17:28