Strong's Hebrew: 5244. נְמָלִים (nemalah) -- Ant
Strong's Lexicon
nemalah: Ant
Original Word: נְמָלָה
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: nmalah
Pronunciation: neh-mah-LAH
Phonetic Spelling: (nem-aw-law')
Definition: Ant
Meaning: an ant
Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to creep or swarm
Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for "nemalah" in the Strong's Greek Dictionary, as the concept of the ant as a symbol of diligence is primarily found in the Hebrew Scriptures.
Usage: The Hebrew word "nemalah" refers to the small, industrious insect known as the ant. In the Bible, the ant is used as a symbol of diligence, wisdom, and foresight. The ant's behavior is highlighted as an example for humans to emulate, particularly in the context of hard work and preparation.
Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, ants were observed for their industrious nature and ability to work collectively. They were often seen as a model of efficiency and cooperation. The biblical writers used the ant as a metaphor to teach moral and ethical lessons, emphasizing the importance of hard work and planning for the future.
NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
of uncertain derivation
Definition
an ant
NASB Translation
ant (1), ants (1).
Brown-Driver-Briggs
נְמָלָה noun feminine of individual meaning (LagBN 81) ant (Late Hebrew id.; Arabic 
(noun of individual meaning of 
); Syriac 
); — absolute ׳נ Proverbs 6:8; plural הַנְּמָלִים Proverbs 30:25.
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
ant
Feminine from namal; an ant (probably from its almost bisected form) -- ant.
see HEBREW namal
Forms and Transliterations
הַ֭נְּמָלִים הנמלים נְמָלָ֥ה נמלה han·nə·mā·lîm Hannemalim hannəmālîm nə·mā·lāh nemaLah nəmālāh
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