עָלַץ
a.lats (H5970)
to rejoice
AI Word Study
The Hebrew word 'עָלַץ (a.lats, Strong's H5970) is a verb meaning to rejoice. This emotional state is a fundamental human experience that transcends specific situations. The word 'עָלַץ occurs 8 times in the Bible and does not possess any inherent cultural or contextual connotations that could influence its general meaning. Given its definition as "to rejoice," we can infer that 'עָלַץ encompasses a range of positive emotions such as happiness, joy, or elation, although its specific nuances are not specified. The frequency of occurrence for this word across the Hebrew Bible indicates that rejoicing, on the other hand, was a significant aspect of the cultural and personal expressions of emotion among the speakers of this language. In terms of its significance, the fact that 'עָלַץ conveys a universal human emotion of rejoicing suggests that it plays a vital role in understanding the psychological dynamics of the people represented in the Hebrew Bible. It may also represent a way to express gratitude, celebrate victories, or welcome good fortune. However, this analysis remains limited to the given definition and usage data of 'עָלַץ.
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Hannah prayed, and said: “My heart exults in Yahweh! My horn is exalted in Yahweh. My mouth is enlarged over my enemies, because I rejoice in your salvation.
Let the sea roar, and its fullness! Let the field exult, and all that is in it!
But let all those who take refuge in you rejoice. Let them always shout for joy, because you defend them. Let them also who love your name be joyful in you.
I will be glad and rejoice in you. I will sing praise to your name, O Most High.
My God, I have trusted in you. Don’t let me be shamed. Don’t let my enemies triumph over me.
But let the righteous be glad. Let them rejoice before God. Yes, let them rejoice with gladness.
When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices. When the wicked perish, there is shouting.
When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.