Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “עֶגֶב”
Understanding ʻegeb reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
much love, very lovely. - love (concretely), i.e. amative words 1) (sensuous) love
H5690
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
עֶגֶב
Phoneticeh'-gheb
Transliterationʻegeb
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
much love, very lovely. - love (concretely), i.e. amative words 1) (sensuous) love
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Ezekiel 33:31 | “And they come unto thee as the people cometh, and they sit before thee as my people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them: for with their mouth they shew much love, but their heart goeth after their covetousness.” Word: עֶגֶב (ʻegeb) | |
| Ezekiel 33:32 | “And, lo, thou art unto them as a very lovely song of one that hath a pleasant voice, and can play well on an instrument: for they hear thy words, but they do them not.” Word: עֶגֶב (ʻegeb) |