Strong’s H7050

קֶלַע

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

qela`

Pronunciation

keh-lah'

Definition

Sling, slingshot

Meaning

a sling, a, screen, the valve

Usage

The Hebrew word "qela'" refers to a sling, a simple weapon used in ancient times for hurling stones. It is typically made of a pouch with two cords attached, used to launch projectiles with great speed and accuracy. In the biblical context, it is often associated with shepherds and warriors.

Bible references

Exodus 27:9;Exodus 27:11;Exodus 27:12;Exodus 27:14;Exodus 27:15;Exodus 35:17;Exodus 38:9;Exodus 38:12;Exodus 38:14;Exodus 38:15;Exodus 38:16;Exodus 38:18;Exodus 39:40;Numbers 3:26;Numbers 4:26;1 Samuel 17:40;1 Samuel 17:50;1 Samuel 25:29;1 Kings 6:34;2 Chronicles 26:14;Job 41:28;Zechariah 9:15