The meaning of “עֲגַב”
Understanding ʻăgab reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
dote, lover. - to breathe after, i.e. to love (sensually) 1) (Qal) to have inordinate affection or lust 1a) lust (partic...
עֲגַב
dote, lover. - to breathe after, i.e. to love (sensually) 1) (Qal) to have inordinate affection or lust 1a) lust (participle) 1b) paramours (participle as subst)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Jeremiah 4:30 | “And when thou art spoiled, what wilt thou do? Though thou clothest thyself with crimson, though thou deckest thee with ornaments of gold, though thou rentest thy face with painting, in vain shalt thou make thyself fair; thy lovers will despise thee, they will seek thy life.” Word: עֲגַב (ʻăgab) | |
| Ezekiel 23:12 | “She doted upon the Assyrians her neighbours, captains and rulers clothed most gorgeously, horsemen riding upon horses, all of them desirable young men.” Word: עֲגַב (ʻăgab) |
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