Strong's Lexicon elem: Youth, young man Original Word: אֵלֶם Word Origin: Derived from the root עָלַם (alam), which means "to be hidden" or "to conceal." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G3501 (νέος, neos) – meaning "young" or "new," often used in the New Testament to describe youth or newness in age or experience. Usage: The Hebrew word "elem" refers to a young man or youth, often highlighting the vigor, strength, and potential associated with this stage of life. It is used to describe individuals who are in the prime of their youth, typically unmarried and full of energy. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, youth was a significant phase of life, marked by preparation for adult responsibilities, including marriage, work, and religious duties. Young men were often trained in the ways of their fathers, learning trades, and understanding the laws and customs of their people. The concept of youth was associated with both physical strength and the potential for future leadership and contribution to the community. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as alam Definition silence. Brown-Driver-Briggs אֵ֫לֶם noun [masculine] silence, Psalm 56:1 (title) see Ol De, in name of melody עַליֿוֺנַת אֵלֶם רְחֹקִים; also Psalm 58:2 (= adverb in silence ?) but read אֵלִ(י)ם Ol De Che, etc. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance congregation From 'alam; silence (i.e. Mute justice) -- congregation. Compare yownath 'elem rchoqiym. see HEBREW 'alam see HEBREW yownath 'elem rchoqiym Forms and Transliterations אֵ֣לֶם אלם ’ê·lem ’êlem ElemLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 56:1 HEB: עַל־ י֬וֹנַת אֵ֣לֶם רְ֭חֹקִים לְדָוִ֣ד INT: and dove congregation far abroad of David Psalm 58:1 2 Occurrences |