Strong’s H0016

אֵבֶה

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

ebeh

Pronunciation

ay'-beh

Definition

Desire, longing

Meaning

the papyrus

Usage

The Hebrew word "ebeh" conveys a sense of desire or longing, often associated with a deep-seated wish or craving. It is used to express a strong emotional inclination towards something, whether material or immaterial. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, it can denote both positive desires, such as a longing for God or righteousness, and negative desires, such as covetousness or lust.

Bible references

Job 9:26