Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “תָּאַב”
Understanding tâʼab reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
long. - to desire 1) (Qal) to long for
H8373
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
תָּאַב
Phonetictaw-ab'
Transliterationtâʼab
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
long. - to desire 1) (Qal) to long for
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Psalms 119:40 | “Behold, I have longed after thy precepts: quicken me in thy righteousness.” Word: תָּאַב (tâʼab) | |
| Psalms 119:174 | “I have longed for thy salvation, O Lord; and thy law is my delight.” Word: תָּאַב (tâʼab) |