עֹלָה
A step or (collectively, stairs, as ascending); usually a holocaust (as going up in smoke)
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What does עֹלָה (olah) mean in the Bible?
עֹלָה (olah) is a Hebrew word meaning "a step or (collectively, stairs, as ascending); usually a holocaust (as going up in smoke)". a step or (collectively, stairs, as ascending); usually a holocaust (as going up in smoke) BDB: whole burnt-offering Usage: ascent, burnt offering (sacrifice), go up to. Symbol of comprehensive worship rendered hollow without covenant love. This term runs through the canonical themes of Covenant.
Meaning
Burnt offering where the entire animal ascends in smoke, symbolizing complete devotion and the upward movement toward God.
a step or (collectively, stairs, as ascending); usually a holocaust (as going up in smoke) BDB: whole burnt-offering Usage: ascent, burnt offering (sacrifice), go up to. See also 5766.
Why This Word Matters
Symbol of comprehensive worship rendered hollow without covenant love. Hosea 6:4-6
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