Meaning & Origin
Derived from the Hebrew word for rock or petrified. In the Bible, Sela is a place name and can be found in the book of Isaiah. It is also a name for a female in the Old Testament.
Spiritual meaning
A name representing strength and stability, grounded in faith and tradition.
Language details
Sela
Rock, cliff, or elevated place
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
SEH-lah
/ˈsɛlə/
Lucky number
11
Lucky day
Friday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Amethyst
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Sela holds cultural significance in Hebrew, representing a strong and stable foundation or refuge. In the Middle East, rocks have long been considered a symbol of steadfastness and endurance, making this name a reflection of those attributes.
The spiritual significance of the name Sela also relates to its biblical origins. In the Old Testament, a woman named Sela is mentioned in the book of Genesis as the name given to a daughter of Abram and Hagar (Genesis 21:33). It is said that Sela lived in the desert near Beersheba, and this area became a well-known watering place in ancient Israel, providing sustenance and life.
Historical references
Historical records show that Sela, a city in the Old Testament, is mentioned in Isaiah 15:4 and Jeremiah 48:21. The name Sela carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
6th century BCE
Historical records show that Sela, the name of a Babylonian princess, is mentioned in the Book of Daniel (1:5). The name Sela carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
6th century BCE
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