Strong’s H8417

תָּהֱלָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

toholah

Pronunciation

to-ho-LAH

Definition

Worm, maggot

Meaning

braggadocio, fatuity

Usage

The term "toholah" is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote a worm or maggot, often symbolizing decay, corruption, or insignificance. It is a vivid metaphor for mortality and the transient nature of human life. The imagery of worms is frequently employed to convey the idea of destruction or the humbling of human pride.

Bible references

Job 4:18