הֲמֻלָּה (ha.mul.lah)
ha.mul.lah
tumult
H:N-FQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- H:N-F
Word Overview
The noun hamullah describes a powerful rushing or roaring sound, most frequently evoking the noise of a heavy rainstorm. With only one occurrence in the Hebrew Bible, it appears in Jeremiah 51:16 to depict the thunderous voice of God. The word captures the overwhelming auditory experience of nature’s force, where water and wind create a deafening roar that drowns out all other sounds.
Its root likely relates to motion or agitation, suggesting a turbulent energy rather than a gentle drizzle. Translators often render it as "thunder" or "roar," emphasizing the sheer volume and intensity of the event. In its biblical context, this sound signifies divine power and presence, shaking the foundations of the earth and reminding listeners of God’s sovereignty over creation.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word hamullah describes a powerful roaring sound, often evoking the noise of a heavy rainstorm or thunder. In Jeremiah 11:16, it depicts the overwhelming auditory experience of God’s voice, shaking the foundations and reminding listeners of His sovereignty over creation.
This imagery reminds us that God is not distant or silent. His presence can be as forceful and undeniable as a storm. When life feels chaotic or uncertain, this word invites trust in a Creator who commands even the most turbulent forces with purpose and power.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- a rainstorm1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- הֲמוּלָּ֣ה1×
Key Verses
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Jeremiah 11:16
Yahweh called your name, “A green olive tree, beautiful with goodly fruit.” With the noise of a great roar he has kindled fire on it, and its branches are broken.
This verse uses the word to describe the noise of a great roar that kindles fire, illustrating God's decisive judgment against unfaithfulness.