עָלַם
Remote time , i.e. the future or past indefinitely; often adverb, forever
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What does עָלַם (ʿālam) mean in the Bible?
עָלַם (ʿālam) is a Hebrew word meaning "remote time , i.e. the future or past indefinitely; often adverb, forever". remote time, i.
Meaning
Denotes indefinite temporal duration—past or future—expressing perpetuity beyond human chronological limits.
remote time, i.e. the future or past indefinitely; often adverb, forever BDB: perpetuity Usage: for (n-)ever (lasting), old.