Strong's Concordance/Hebrew/H2151

Strong's H2151 · Hebrew

זָלַל

zâlal · /zaw-lal'/

Number
H2151
Language
Hebrew
Original word
זָלַל
Transliteration
zâlal
Pronunciation
zaw-lal'
KJV occurrences
8 verses

Definition

to shake (as in the wind), i.e. to quake; figuratively, to be loose morally, worthless or prodigal

KJV: blow down, glutton, riotous (eater), vile.

Root / derivation: a primitive root (compare H2107 (זוּל));

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered זָלַל across 8 verses.

down2×
glutton2×
vile2×
eaters1×
riotous1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

8 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Deuteronomy1 verse
Proverbs3 verses
Isaiah2 verses
Jeremiah1 verse
Lamentations1 verse

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's H2151 (zâlal) mean?

to shake (as in the wind), i.e. to quake; figuratively, to be loose morally, worthless or prodigal

How many times does H2151 appear in the Bible?

Strong's H2151 (זָלַל) appears in 8 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “down.”

How is zâlal translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's H2151 is rendered as “down” (2×), “glutton” (2×), “vile” (2×), “eaters” (1×), among other words.

Where does the Hebrew word זָלַל come from?

a primitive root (compare H2107 (זוּל));