Hebrew · H168, G4633

אֹהֶל

A tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance) · a tent or cloth hut (literally or figuratively)

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אֹהֶלH168a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance)

Pronunciationohel

Portable dwelling that functions as visible marker of presence and belonging, especially in nomadic covenant community contexts

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σκηνήG4633a tent or cloth hut (literally or figuratively)

Pronunciationskēnḗ

Temporary dwelling that shifts from literal tent to tabernacle to heaven's eternal dwelling place

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What does אֹהֶל (ohel) mean in the Bible?

אֹהֶל · σκηνή is a Hebrew phrase meaning "a dwelling or shelter structure".

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What does אֹהֶל · σκηνή mean in the Bible?

אֹהֶל · σκηνή is a Hebrew phrase meaning "a dwelling or shelter structure".

How many biblical occurrences are listed for H168, G4633?

H168, G4633 is connected to 348 lexical occurrence verses in the lexicon data.

Evidence Summary

Hebrew phrase. a dwelling or shelter structure

Strong'sH168, G4633

Lexical occurrences348 verses

Source Gloss

a dwelling or shelter structure

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