Berean Strong's Lexicon kdab: To speak falsely, to lie, to deceive. Original Word: כְּדַב Word Origin: Derived from a Semitic root related to speaking or declaring. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with lying or deceit is ψεύδομαι (pseudomai), Strong's Greek 5574, which also means to lie or speak falsely. Usage: The Hebrew verb "kdab" primarily conveys the act of speaking falsely or deceitfully. It is often used in contexts where truthfulness is contrasted with falsehood, emphasizing the moral and ethical implications of lying. In the Hebrew Bible, this term underscores the importance of truthfulness as a reflection of one's character and relationship with God. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, truthfulness was a highly valued virtue, integral to maintaining social order and covenantal faithfulness. The act of lying was not only seen as a breach of trust between individuals but also as an offense against God, who is characterized by truth. The cultural context of the ancient Near East, where oaths and covenants were foundational to societal interactions, further highlights the gravity of deceit. Brown-Driver-Briggs [כְּדַב] adjective False. (ᵑ7 Syriac; see Biblical Hebrew כזב); — feminine singular absolute מִלָּה כִדְבָה Daniel 2:9 ( > noun appositive K175 M66*#168;). כְּ דִי see דִּי. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance false. (Aramaic) from a root corresponding to kazab; false: see HEBREW kazab Forms and Transliterations כִדְבָ֤ה כדבה chidVah ḵiḏ·ḇāh ḵiḏḇāhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 2:9 HEB: דָֽתְכ֗וֹן וּמִלָּ֨ה כִדְבָ֤ה וּשְׁחִיתָה֙ [הַזְמִנְתּוּן NAS: to speak lying and corrupt KJV: for you: for ye have prepared lying and corrupt INT: decree words lying and corrupt prepare 1 Occurrence |
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