Strong's Lexicon gevah: Pride, haughtiness Original Word: גֵּוָה Word Origin: Derived from the root גָּוַע (gāvaʿ), which means "to expire" or "to perish." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint and the New Testament for pride is ὑπερηφανία (hyperēphania), Strong's Greek 5243, which also denotes arrogance or haughtiness. Usage: The Hebrew word "gevah" is used to denote a sense of pride or haughtiness. It often carries a negative connotation, referring to an attitude of arrogance or self-exaltation that is contrary to the humility expected by God. In the biblical context, "gevah" is associated with the downfall of individuals or nations who elevate themselves above others or God. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, humility was a valued trait, and pride was seen as a vice that led to one's downfall. The biblical narrative often contrasts the humble, who find favor with God, with the proud, who are brought low. This reflects a broader Ancient Near Eastern understanding where pride was often linked to divine judgment and humility to divine favor. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to geah Definition pride NASB Translation pride (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance pride (Aramaic) corresponding to gevah -- pride. see HEBREW gevah Forms and Transliterations בְּגֵוָ֔ה בגוה bə·ḡê·wāh begeVah bəḡêwāhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 4:37 HEB: וְדִי֙ מַהְלְכִ֣ין בְּגֵוָ֔ה יָכִ֖ל לְהַשְׁפָּלָֽה׃ NAS: those who walk in pride. KJV: and those that walk in pride he is able INT: who walk pride is able to humble 1 Occurrence |
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