Strong's Lexicon illah: Cause, reason, pretext Original Word: עִלָּה Word Origin: Derived from the root עָלַל (alal), which means "to act severely, deal with severely, make a fool of, or mock." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for similar concepts is πρόφασις (prophasis), Strong's Greek 4392, which also means a pretext or excuse. Usage: The Hebrew word "illah" is used to denote a cause or reason for something. It often implies a pretext or an underlying motive, sometimes with a negative connotation, suggesting an excuse or a false reason given to justify an action. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, understanding the cause or reason behind actions was crucial for maintaining justice and righteousness. The concept of "illah" would have been significant in legal and moral discussions, where discerning true motives was essential for fair judgment. The Hebrew legal system placed a strong emphasis on intent and motive, reflecting the broader biblical theme of God judging the heart. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) from a root corresponding to alah Definition matter, affair, occasion NASB Translation ground of accusation (3). Brown-Driver-Briggs עִלָּה noun feminine matter, affair, occasion (Syriac  , see Biblical Hebrew I. עלל); — absolute ׳ע Daniel 6:5 (twice in verse); Daniel 6:6 ( = ground of accusation). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance occasion (Aramaic) feminine from a root corresponding to alah; a pretext (as arising artificially) -- occasion. see HEBREW alah Forms and Transliterations עִלָּ֑א עִלָּ֛ה עִלָּ֨ה עלא עלה ‘il·lā ‘il·lāh ‘illā ‘illāh ilLa ilLahLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 6:4 HEB: הֲו֨וֹ בָעַ֧יִן עִלָּ֛ה לְהַשְׁכָּחָ֥ה לְדָנִיֵּ֖אל NAS: to find a ground of accusation KJV: to find occasion against Daniel INT: began trying A ground to find Daniel Daniel 6:4 Daniel 6:5 3 Occurrences |
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