HebrewH5959
עַלְמָה
almâh
Modern Summary of Strong’s Concordance (1890)
The word "עַלְמָה" refers to a young woman, often implying someone who is unmarried or private. It is derived from a term meaning "youth" and can be translated as "damsel," "maid," or "virgin" in English. The focus is on her age and unmarried status rather than specific life circumstances.
a lass (as veiled or private)
The Hebrew word almâh means "a lass (as veiled or private)," encompassing related ideas including damsel, maid, virgin..
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