Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “אִוֶּלֶת”
Understanding ʼivveleth reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
folly, foolishly(-ness). - silliness 1) foolishness, folly
H200
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
אִוֶּלֶת
Phoneticiv-veh'-leth
Transliterationʼivveleth
Grammar Code
H:N-F
Hebrew Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
folly, foolishly(-ness). - silliness 1) foolishness, folly
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
24 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Psalms 69:5 | “O God, thou knowest my foolishness; and my sins are not hid from thee.” Word: אִוֶּלֶת (ʼivveleth) | |
| Proverbs 15:21 | “Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.” Word: אִוֶּלֶת (ʼivveleth) |
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