Strong’s H8510

תֵּל

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

tel

Pronunciation

tehl

Definition

Mound, heap, ruin

Meaning

a mound

Usage

The Hebrew word "tel" refers to a mound or heap, often used to describe ancient ruins or archaeological sites. In the biblical context, it typically denotes a raised area or hill that has accumulated over time due to the destruction and rebuilding of settlements. These mounds are significant in understanding the historical and cultural layers of ancient cities.

Bible references

Deuteronomy 13:16;Joshua 8:28;Joshua 11:13;Jeremiah 30:18;Jeremiah 49:2