בָּלַל
To overflow (specifically with oil.); by implication, to mix ; to fodder
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What does בָּלַל (balal) mean in the Bible?
בָּלַל (balal) is a Hebrew word meaning "to overflow (specifically with oil.); by implication, to mix ; to fodder". to overflow (specifically with oil. Indicates loss of covenant distinctiveness. This term runs through the canonical themes of Covenant.
Meaning
Mixing or blending substances; extends figuratively to confusion or bewilderment when elements become indistinguishably combined.
to overflow (specifically with oil.); by implication, to mix; to fodder BDB: to give provender Usage: anoint, confound, × fade, mingle, mix (self), give provender, temper.
Why This Word Matters
Indicates loss of covenant distinctiveness. Hosea 7:8-16
Grammatical Forms
How the stem changes the meaning of this verb across the biblical text.
Qal basic active stem — the word in its most common, direct sense 40×
Hithpolel 1×
Canonical Themes
Biblical Occurrences
Each occurrence shows the passage reference, the original language term as it appears in that context, its transliteration, and the contextual sense.
Old Testament Witnesses
Showing 8 of 43 occurrences in the biblical text.