kingמֶלֶךְ
melek · Hebrew Noun
A term denoting the supreme ruler of a nation or territory, often implying sovereign authority, responsibility, and power, used here to contrast human rulers with the ultimate King, Yahweh.
besiegingצוּר
tsur · Hebrew Verb
The act of surrounding a city with military forces to cut off supplies and communication, often serving in Scripture as a symbol of divine judgment or the consequence of covenant unfaithfulness.
Judahיְהוּדָה
Yehudah · Hebrew Noun
A Hebrew name for the royal house and territory of the Southern Kingdom, representing the covenant people descended from Jacob's fourth son, often associated with the Davidic line and the temple in Jerusalem.
the LORDיְהוָה
Yahweh · Hebrew Proper Noun
The supreme and covenant-keeping God of Israel, who reveals Himself to His people and whose word is absolute, sovereign, and always fulfilled in history.
templeהֵיכָל
hekhal · Hebrew Noun
The sacred dwelling place of God’s presence among His people; it represents God’s throne on earth and is the central location for sacrificial worship and atonement.
captivesגּוֹלָה
golah · Hebrew Noun
The state of being taken by an enemy, often used in the Old Testament as a manifestation of God’s discipline and judgment upon His people for turning away from His covenant.
mighty men of valorחַיִל
chayil · Hebrew Noun
Commonly used to describe those who possess military prowess and skill; in a covenant context, it denotes those who were expected to defend the nation of Israel.
Jerusalemיְרוּשָׁלִַם
Yerushalayim · Hebrew Proper Noun
The historical, political, and spiritual center of Israel, known as the 'City of David' and the place where God chose to place His name; it functions as a symbol of God's dwelling with His people.
captiveגָּלָה
galah · Hebrew Verb/Adjective
A person who has been taken by force, usually as a result of war, and is held under the authority of a foreign power. It signifies a state of subjection, loss of freedom, and separation from one's homeland.
men of valorחַיִל
chayil · Hebrew Noun
Refers to men characterized by strength, capability, and courage, often in a military context. In scripture, it frequently denotes those who are physically or spiritually equipped to stand firm or perform significant deeds.
kingמֶלֶךְ
melek · Hebrew Noun
One who is appointed to exercise supreme authority over a kingdom or people. Biblically, the king is ideally God’s vice-regent, expected to uphold righteousness and lead the people in obedience to the covenant.
