Strong’s H8605

תְּפִלָּה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

tphillah

Pronunciation

tef-il-LAW

Definition

Prayer

Meaning

intercession, supplication, a hymn

Usage

The term "tephillah" primarily denotes a prayer or supplication directed towards God. It encompasses various forms of communication with God, including petitions, intercessions, and expressions of praise and thanksgiving. In the Hebrew Bible, "tephillah" is often used to describe both individual and communal prayers, reflecting a deep reliance on and relationship with God.

Bible references

2 Samuel 7:27;1 Kings 8:28;1 Kings 8:28;1 Kings 8:29;1 Kings 8:38;1 Kings 8:45;1 Kings 8:49;1 Kings 8:54;1 Kings 9:3;2 Kings 19:4;2 Kings 20:5;2 Chronicles 6:19;2 Chronicles 6:19;2 Chronicles 6:20;2 Chronicles 6:29;2 Chronicles 6:35;2 Chronicles 6:39;2 Chronicles 6:40;2 Chronicles 7:12;2 Chronicles 7:15;2 Chronicles 30:27;2 Chronicles 33:18;2 Chronicles 33:19;Nehemiah 1:6;Nehemiah 1:11