בַּ֫עַל
ba.al
Baal
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word "בַּ֫עַל" (ba'al) refers to a proper name: Baal. As a given name, its meaning and significance rely on its historical and cultural context, which is not specified here. However, it is worth noting that the limited occurrence of this name in the Bible (only 2 times) might indicate its non-prevalence in Hebrew culture. Given its classification as a proper name, ba'al's usage is specific and individual, likely used as a personal name rather than a generic noun. This usage suggests its application in a personal context, potentially emphasizing the unique characteristics, actions, or relationships associated with the individual bearing this name.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
2 total occurrences across the text