Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “עָוַן”
Understanding ʻâvan reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
denominative from עַיִן eye. - to watch (with jealosy) 1) to eye, look at 1a) (Qal) to eye, look at
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
עָוַן
Phoneticaw-van'
Transliterationʻâvan
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
denominative from עַיִן eye. - to watch (with jealosy) 1) to eye, look at 1a) (Qal) to eye, look at
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Samuel 18:9 | “And Saul eyed David from that day and forward.” Word: עָוַן (ʻâvan) |