עֹל
A yoke (as imposed on the neck), literally or figuratively
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What does עֹל (ʿōl) mean in the Bible?
עֹל (ʿōl) is a Hebrew word meaning "a yoke (as imposed on the neck), literally or figuratively". a yoke (as imposed on the neck), literally or figuratively BDB: yoke Usage: yoke. The breaking of the yoke signifies divine liberation from foreign domination.
Meaning
Yoke denotes subjugation or servitude; figuratively conveys covenant obligation, divine law, or oppressive burden
a yoke (as imposed on the neck), literally or figuratively BDB: yoke Usage: yoke.
Why This Word Matters
The breaking of the yoke signifies divine liberation from foreign domination. Isaiah 10:24-34
Grammatical Forms
How this word appears across different grammatical cases and numbers.
Biblical Occurrences
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Old Testament Witnesses
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