דַּלָּה
dal.lah (H1803B)
poor
AI Word Study
The Hebrew word "dal.lah" (H1803B) is defined as "poor" and falls within the semantic domain of Commerce & Wealth. This word indicates a state of economic scarcity or lack of financial resources. In its six occurrences in the Bible, "dal.lah" emphasizes the vulnerability and dependability of individuals facing economic hardship. The frequency and placement of "dal.lah" in biblical texts suggest its significance in the context of social and economic justice. The word often appears in narratives or teachings that highlight the importance of caring for the economically disadvantaged, demonstrating the value placed on compassion and generosity towards those struggling to meet their basic needs. By examining the occurrences of "dal.lah" in the Bible, it becomes clear that the concept of poverty is intricately tied to issues of community, welfare, and the distribution of wealth. This word provides a window into the complex relationships between those who have and those who lack, offering insight into the social and economic dynamics of ancient Israelite society.
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and behold, seven other cattle came up after them, poor and very ugly and thin, such as I never saw in all the land of Egypt for ugliness.
He carried away all Jerusalem, and all the princes, and all the mighty men of valor, even ten thousand captives, and all the craftsmen and the smiths. No one remained, except the poorest people of the land.
But the captain of the guard left some of the poorest of the land to work the vineyards and fields.
Now when all the captains of the forces who were in the fields, even they and their men, heard that the king of Babylon had made Gedaliah the son of Ahikam governor in the land, and had committed to him men, women, children, and of the poorest of the land, of those who were not carried away captive to Babylon;
Then Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard carried away captive of the poorest of the people, and the residue of the people who were left in the city, and those who fell away, who fell to the king of Babylon, and the residue of the multitude.
But Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left of the poorest of the land to be vineyard keepers and farmers.