Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “יָאַב”
Understanding yâʼab reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
long. - to desire 1) (Qal) to long, long for, desire
H2968
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
יָאַב
Phoneticyaw-ab'
Transliterationyâʼab
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
long. - to desire 1) (Qal) to long, long for, desire
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Psalms 119:131 | “I opened my mouth, and panted: for I longed for thy commandments.” Word: יָאַב (yâʼab) |
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