Lexicon tala: To patch, to mend, to repair Original Word: תָּלַע Strong's Exhaustive Concordance scarlet A denominative from towla'; to crimson, i.e. Dye that color -- X scarlet. see HEBREW towla' NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origindenominative verb from tola Definition to clothe in scarlet NASB Translation dressed in scarlet (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [תָּלַע] verb Pu`al denominative clad in scarlet (see I. תּוֺלָע 2; תּוֺלֵעָה 2 — Late Hebrew Hiph`il denominative is breed worms, etc.); — Participle plural מְתֻלָּעִים Nahum 2:4 ("" מְאָדָּם). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: A primitive rootCorresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for the Hebrew תָּלַע (tālaʿ) in the Strong's Concordance. However, the concept of dyeing and the use of crimson or scarlet colors can be related to Greek terms that describe similar processes or colors, such as πορφύρα (porphyra • Strong's Greek 4209), which refers to purple dye or cloth, often associated with royalty and wealth. Usage: The verb תָּלַע (tālaʿ) is used in the context of dyeing materials a crimson or scarlet color. This process was significant in ancient times for the production of textiles and garments, often associated with wealth, royalty, and religious significance. Context: The Hebrew verb תָּלַע (tālaʿ) is a primitive root that refers to the act of dyeing materials in a crimson or scarlet hue. This color was highly valued in ancient cultures, including the Israelites, for its vivid and striking appearance. The process of dyeing with crimson was often associated with the use of natural dyes derived from certain insects or plants, which produced a rich, deep red color. In the biblical context, crimson and scarlet were colors used in the tabernacle and temple furnishings, priestly garments, and other sacred items, symbolizing wealth, power, and divine glory. The use of such colors in religious and royal contexts underscores their importance and the skill required to produce them. Forms and Transliterations מְתֻלָּעִ֔ים מתלעים mə·ṯul·lā·‘îm məṯullā‘îm metullaImLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Nahum 2:3 HEB: אַנְשֵׁי־ חַ֙יִל֙ מְתֻלָּעִ֔ים בְּאֵשׁ־ פְּלָד֥וֹת NAS: The warriors are dressed in scarlet, The chariots KJV: men [are] in scarlet: the chariots INT: the warriors the valiant are dressed flashing steel 1 Occurrence |
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