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Bela: The name "Bela" (Hebrew: בֶּלַע) is phonetically and etymologically similar to "Baal," as both derive from Semitic roots related to lordship or mastery. In some contexts, "Bela" is suggested to be a variant or related form of "Baal". For instance, posts on X note that in Hebrew, "Bela can be a variant of Baal, meaning 'lord' or 'master.'" However, this connection is not universally accepted and depends on the specific context.