Olah

Burnt Offering Olah (עֹלָה)

• Hebrew: עֹלָה (pronounced: olah)
• Meaning: Derived from the root meaning "to ascend," referring to the smoke rising to God or the offering being wholly consumed. Literally "that which goes up," referring to a burnt offering wholly consumed by fire, symbolizing complete dedication to God.
• Key Points:

• • Entire animal (typically cattle, sheep, goats, or birds) burned on the altar.
  • Voluntary offering to atone for general sin or express devotion.
  • Symbolizes complete surrender to God.
  • Performed by priests, with specific rituals for laypeople, priests, or leaders.

• Context: Common in worship and atonement rituals (e.g., Leviticus 1:3–17).
• Example: Genesis 22:2 – Abraham is told to offer Isaac as an olah.