Definition: The term 'alveolae' in the Hebrew Bible refers to the tiny air pockets that fill the alveoli (air sacs) within the lungs, which are surrounded by alveolar walls called capillaries.
Definition:
- Alveolae refer to small air-filled sacs or air pockets found within the lungs. These are filled with air.
- In Hebrew scriptures, they are often associated with "influenza" (meaning 'virus'), because influenza viruses can cause inflammation and alveolae to become inflamed.
Example from the Bible:
In the book of Esther, Chapter 3, chapter 15:
The Jews were about to be taken away. But then they saw this young man who was an envoy of God from God's anger; his name was Zechariah.
The angel said, "Son of the Lord, behold, I bring you a great salvation."
Zerubbabel looked at him and said, "Who are you? How do I know you are not a god?"
Zechariah replied, "I am the Lord who gave the salvation to this people. In my anger did I send you away; you have now come back."
Conclusion:
In the story of Esther, Zechariah prophesied and warned the Jews about the imminent persecution they would suffer from their enemies if they were not rescued soon. The young man who had the prophecy was a prophet sent by God to warn them of their impending doom.
The term "alveolae" is also mentioned in other verses in the Hebrew Bible, like in Exodus 8:24:
In Exodus 8:24, the angel said to Moses, "You shall not come near this man; I am the Lord who brought you out from Egypt."
This verse states that God sent a messenger with a message for people who had been separated from their home and friends. The alveolae are described as being filled with air during this time.
Remember that Hebrew is a language of faith, so the term 'alveolae' holds spiritual significance in Jewish tradition.