Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “סֶלֶף”
Understanding çeleph reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
perverseness. - distortion, i.e. (figuratively) viciousness 1) crookedness, perverseness, crooked dealing
H5558
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
סֶלֶף
Phoneticseh'-lef
Transliterationçeleph
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
perverseness. - distortion, i.e. (figuratively) viciousness 1) crookedness, perverseness, crooked dealing
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Proverbs 11:3 | “The integrity of the upright shall guide them: but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them.” Word: סֶלֶף (çeleph) | |
| Proverbs 15:4 | “A wholesome tongue is a tree of life: but perverseness therein is a breach in the spirit.” Word: סֶלֶף (çeleph) |