Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מַאֲוַי”
Understanding maʼăvay reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
desire. - a desire 1) desire
H3970
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מַאֲוַי
Phoneticmah-av-ah'ee
Transliterationmaʼăvay
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
desire. - a desire 1) desire
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Psalms 140:8 | “Grant not, O Lord, the desires of the wicked: further not his wicked device; lest they exalt themselves. Selah.” Word: מַאֲוַי (maʼăvay) |