intj
Meaning 1
Alternative letter-case form of selah.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of
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Standard Lemma guide
Selah
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Pronunciation
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/ˈsiːlə/
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/ˈseɪ̯lɑ/
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intj
Meaning 2
A word occurring between verses or paragraphs in parts of the Hebrew Bible, namely in Habakkuk and the Psalms; perhaps indicating a pause, either for contemplation or for clearing the throat in singing.
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Topics: biblical, lifestyle, religion
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name
Meaning 3
A female given name from Hebrew derived from the Biblical interjection (possibly mistaken for a name).
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name
Meaning 4
Alternative form of Sela.
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Usage: alt-of, alternative
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noun
Meaning 5
A pause or rest of a contemplative nature.
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Topics: Christianity
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History
Etymology
Biblical Hebrew סֶלָה (selāh); according to some scholars, from סָלָה (salah, “to hang”, implying “to weigh”, “to measure”).
From Biblical Hebrew סֶלָה (sélā), of unknown origin.
Biblical Hebrew סֶּלַע (Sela‛, “rock”); compare Arabic السلع (as-Sala‛).