הַלָּזֶה (hal.la.zeh)
hal.la.zeh
this
H:DemPQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- H:DemP
Word Overview
The Hebrew phrase hal.la.zeh translates simply to "this" or "this one." It functions as a demonstrative pronoun used to point directly at something present, distinguishing it from things that are distant or already passed. In the biblical text, it serves as a basic linguistic tool for identification and proximity.
With only two occurrences in Scripture, both found in Genesis, the word carries no complex theological weight or hidden nuance. Its primary role is practical: to anchor the reader’s attention on a specific person, object, or event within the narrative flow. It helps clarify exactly which individual or item is being discussed at that moment.
Translators typically render hal.la.zeh as "this" or "this one," maintaining the straightforward demonstrative force of the original Hebrew. The term does not imply judgment or special significance beyond its immediate context; it merely indicates presence and proximity, allowing the story to move forward with clear reference points.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word hal.la.zeh is a simple demonstrative meaning "this." It points directly at something present, helping readers focus on what matters right now. In Genesis, it anchors attention to specific people or events, like the servant meeting Rebekah or Jacob’s brothers noticing Joseph.
For your faith, this word reminds us that God often works in clear, immediate moments. When Scripture says "this," it invites you to pay close attention to the present situation. You do not need to search for hidden meanings; sometimes the truth is simply what is right in front of you. This clarity helps you trust God’s guidance in daily life.
Whether you are facing a decision or reflecting on Scripture, hal.la.zeh encourages mindfulness. It calls you to see the reality before you and respond with faith. In doing so, you join the biblical narrative where God meets people in their present circumstances.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- this2×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- הַלָּזֶה֙1×
- הַלָּזֶ֖ה1×
Key Verses
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Genesis 24:65
She said to the servant, “Who is the man who is walking in the field to meet us?” The servant said, “It is my master.” She took her veil, and covered herself.
The servant uses 'this' to identify himself as the master's representative, clarifying his role in the meeting with Rebekah.
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Genesis 37:19
They said to one another, “Behold, this dreamer comes.
Joseph’s brothers point to him as 'this dreamer,' highlighting their recognition of his prophetic claims and their growing resentment.