Nephilim
[ nef-uh-lim, nef-uh-leem; Hebrew nuhf-ee-leem ]
plural noun
Bible. a group of people or beings described as very large and strong, sometimes understood as the children of fallen angels and human women.
Origin of Nephilim
1First recorded in 1590–1600; from Hebrew nĕfîlîm, plural of nāfîl, often translated as “giant,” perhaps literally “fallen one,” from nāfal “to fall”
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How to use Nephilim in a sentence
But, the Yahwist describes the Nephilim as “heroes that were of old, warriors of renown,” not as gods or even demi-gods.
The Backstory of ‘Noah’ Is Full of Giants, Horny Angels, and a Grieving God | Tim Townsend | March 28, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTThere are those who dispute the meaning of the noun Nephilim and derive it from Naphal, which signifies "to fall."
Commentary on Genesis, Vol. II | Martin LutherLet the rabbis vouch for the correctness of this; it is ridiculous to call them "Nephilim" because others fell.
Commentary on Genesis, Vol. II | Martin LutherTheir name as given in the old Testament, 'Nephilim' means 'fallen ones.'
The Mark of the Beast | Sidney Watson
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