LORDיְהוָה
Yahweh · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal, covenant name of God in the Old Testament, representing His faithfulness, holiness, and active presence among His people. It is derived from the verb "to be," signifying His self-existence and eternal nature.
breaks faithמָעַל
ma'al · Hebrew Verb
A biblical term often used for adultery or spiritual unfaithfulness, referring to a turning away from established commitments, loyalty, or duty. It implies a betrayal of a covenant bond, whether between humans or between humanity and God.
defiledטָמֵא
tame' · Hebrew Verb
In the Old Testament, this refers to becoming ritually or morally impure. It involves a corruption or desecration that makes a person or object unfit to stand in the presence of a holy God or participate in sacred communal life.
jealousyקִנְאָה
qin'ah · Hebrew Noun
A deep, protective, or intense emotion that can be either righteous (zeal for God's honor) or sinful (bitter resentment or envy). In the context of marriage, it relates to the exclusive covenantal claim a spouse has on their partner.
priestכֹּהֵן
kohen · Hebrew Noun
A religious leader from the tribe of Levi responsible for performing sacrifices, teaching the law, and serving as a mediator between God and the people in the tabernacle/temple.
offeringקָרְבָּן
qorban · Hebrew Noun
A sacrifice presented to God, typically involving grain or animal blood, to express devotion, seek atonement, or honor a covenant commitment. It functions as a public act of worship or appeal for divine intervention.
ephahאֵיפָה
ephah · Hebrew Noun
A standard of measurement used for dry goods in ancient Israel, roughly equivalent to a bushel or approximately 22 liters.
frankincenseלְבֹנָה
lebonah · Hebrew Noun
A sweet-smelling resin used in the temple service, typically symbolizing prayer and the pleasing aroma of worship. Its absence in certain offerings signifies the somber or judicial nature of the ritual.
iniquityעָוֹן
avon · Hebrew Noun
The biblical concept of wrongdoing, guilt, or moral perversion. It refers to a departure from the standard of God's righteousness, often implying the consequences or "stain" of sin that requires judgment or atonement.
priestכֹּהֵן
kohen · Hebrew Noun
An individual set apart for divine service, authorized to act as an intermediary between God and the people, and responsible for maintaining the purity of the sanctuary.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal, covenantal name of the God of Israel, revealing His holiness, faithfulness, and eternal self-existence.
holy waterמַיִם קְדֹשִׁים
mayim qedoshim · Hebrew Noun phrase
Water used for ritual purposes, signifying consecration, cleansing, or the manifestation of God's presence in judgment.
tabernacleמִשְׁכָּן
mishkan · Hebrew Noun
The portable sanctuary in the wilderness where God dwelt among His people and where sacrifices and rituals were performed.
grain offeringמִנְחָה
minchah · Hebrew Noun
A ritual offering consisting of cereal or grain, often intended as a gift to God, an act of worship, or a petition.
jealousyקִנְאָה
qin'ah · Hebrew Noun
A strong emotional response, often associated with a husband's protective concern for exclusive marital faithfulness, which in a sinful context can become excessive or suspicious.
oathשְׁבֻעָה
shevu'ah · Hebrew Noun
A solemn invocation of God as witness to the truthfulness of a statement or a promise to perform an action, often including self-imprecation if the oath is broken.
uncleannessטֻמְאָה
tum'ah · Hebrew Noun
A state of moral or ceremonial impurity that separates an individual from the holiness of God and the holy assembly of Israel.
gone astrayשָׁגָה
shagah · Hebrew Verb
To wander from the right way, either physically or morally, often used metaphorically for breaking covenant, especially in marital or spiritual infidelity.
defiledטָמֵא
tame' · Hebrew Verb
To make morally impure or profane, particularly through sexual immorality or ritual violation, thereby rendering something or someone unfit for God's presence.
the LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal, covenantal name of the God of Israel, indicating His self-existence, eternity, and faithfulness to His people. It is the name revealed to Moses and central to Israel's identity.
oathאָלָה
alah · Hebrew Noun
A solemn invocation of divine judgment upon oneself or another, meant to underscore the truth of a statement or the severity of a covenant. In a legal context, it serves as a self-imprecation inviting God’s intervention if the oath is violated.
curseאָרָה
ararah · Hebrew Noun
A state of being under divine judgment or separation from God due to disobedience or covenantal unfaithfulness. It signifies the consequences of sin, often resulting in physical or spiritual ruin.
Amenאָמֵן
amen · Hebrew Interjection
A Hebrew term of affirmation, agreement, and commitment, used to confirm the truth of a statement or to accept the terms of an oath or blessing. It implies "it is true" or "may it be so."
bitternessמָרָה
marah · Hebrew Noun
A state of intense emotional distress or difficult circumstances that act as a test or consequence. In a ritual context, it symbolizes the harsh reality of sin’s consequences and the severity of God’s judgment.
grain offeringמִנְחָה
minchah · Hebrew Noun
An offering of flour, often mixed with oil and frankincense, presented to God to express devotion, acknowledge His provision, or seek His favor. It represents the dedication of one’s labor and life to the Lord.
jealousyקִנְאָה
qinah · Hebrew Noun
A zealous or intense protectiveness, often associated with a husband's rightful demand for fidelity in marriage. In a theological sense, it reflects God’s own "jealous" desire for the exclusive loyalty and devotion of His people.
altarמִזְבֵּחַ
mizbeach · Hebrew Noun
A structure, typically made of stone, designed for sacrifice and the burning of offerings to God. It functions as the meeting place between the holy God and sinful humanity, where atonement is made.
priestכֹּהֵן
kohen · Hebrew Noun
The official mediator between God and man in the Old Testament, responsible for performing sacrifices, maintaining the tabernacle, and pronouncing judicial rulings based on God's law.
grain offeringמִנְחָה
minchah · Hebrew Noun
A ritual offering to God, often involving cereal or bread, used to show devotion, gratitude, or as part of a specific ceremonial requirement.
memorial portionאַזְכָּרָה
azkarah · Hebrew Noun
A portion of an offering set aside to remind God of His covenant relationship with His people, acting as a token or remembrance before the Lord.
altarמִזְבֵּחַ
mizbeach · Hebrew Noun
A place of sacrifice, central to Old Testament worship, representing the meeting point between divine holiness and human sinful need.
defiled herselfטָמֵא
tame' · Hebrew Verb
To be morally or ritually impure, usually due to illicit sexual activity or contact with forbidden things, separating one from the holy presence of God.
broken faithמָעַל
ma'al · Hebrew Verb
Unfaithfulness or betrayal, specifically regarding a covenant or vow made between parties or between Israel and God.
curseאָלָה
alah · Hebrew Noun
A divine judgment or consequence resulting from disobedience or violation of God’s moral law.
cleanטָהוֹר
tahor · Hebrew Adjective
Free from ritual impurity or moral guilt; in a state suitable for approaching the presence of God or participating in the covenant community.
lawתּוֹרָה
torah · Hebrew Noun
The binding instruction or divine teaching given by God to His people, defining the parameters of righteous living and covenantal relationship.
jealousyקִנְאָה
qin'ah · Hebrew Noun
An intense emotional and protective zeal, often directed toward the preservation of covenant fidelity or marriage sanctity; when properly directed, it reflects God's own protective love.
the LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The sovereign creator and covenant-keeping God of Israel, who reveals His presence to His people and demands holiness.
iniquityעָוֹן
avon · Hebrew Noun
A legal or moral fault; the guilt or state of being liable for punishment resulting from an offense or transgression against God's law. In this context, it refers to the status of a person who has committed an act that carries divine judgment.
bearנָשָׂא
nasa · Hebrew Verb
To carry, take up, or endure the consequences, punishment, or burden of an offense. It signifies taking personal responsibility or experiencing the judicial repercussions of one's actions.
