Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “אַכְזָב”
Understanding ʼakzâb reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
liar, lie. - falsehood - by implication treachery 1) deceitful, treacherous, deception, lie, deceptive, disappointing
H391
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
אַכְזָב
Phoneticak-zawb'
Transliterationʼakzâb
Grammar Code
H:A
Hebrew Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
liar, lie. - falsehood - by implication treachery 1) deceitful, treacherous, deception, lie, deceptive, disappointing
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Jeremiah 15:18 | “Why is my pain perpetual, and my wound incurable, which refuseth to be healed? wilt thou be altogether unto me as a liar, and as waters that fail?” Word: אַכְזָב (ʼakzâb) | |
| Micah 1:14 | “Therefore shalt thou give presents to Moresheth–gath: the houses of Achzib shall be a lie to the kings of Israel.” Word: אַכְזָב (ʼakzâb) |
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