Original Word: כַּרְמְלִית
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: Karmliyth
Pronunciation: kar-meh-LEETH
Phonetic Spelling: (kar-mel-eeth')
Definition: Carmelith
Meaning: a Karmelitess, female

Word Origin: Derived from the root כֶּרֶם (kerem), meaning "vineyard" or "orchard."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent that captures a similar concept of fertility and abundance is 2570 (καλός, kalos), meaning "good" or "beautiful," often used to describe the goodness and beauty of creation.

Usage: The term "Karmelith" is used to describe a fertile, fruitful land or area, often associated with vineyards or orchards. It conveys the idea of abundance and lushness, reflecting the agricultural richness of certain regions in ancient Israel.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, agriculture was a central part of life and economy. The land of Israel was often described in terms of its agricultural potential, with vineyards and orchards being symbols of prosperity and divine blessing. The term "Karmelith" would evoke images of a bountiful harvest and the sustenance provided by the land. The region of Carmel, known for its beauty and fertility, serves as a backdrop for this term, highlighting the importance of agriculture in biblical times.

Word Origin
fem. of Karmeli
Definition
a Carmelite woman
NASB Translation
Carmelitess (1).

Carmelitess

Feminine of Karmliy; a Karmelitess or female inhabitant of Karmel -- Carmelitess.

see HEBREW Karmliy

הַֽכַּרְמְלִֽית׃ הכרמלית׃ hak·kar·mə·lîṯ HakkarmeLit hakkarməlîṯInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts