Strong’s H0185
אַוָּה
Part of speech
Noun Feminine
Transliteration
avvah
Pronunciation
ahv-VAH
Definition
Desire, Lust, Craving
Meaning
longing
Usage
The Hebrew word "avvah" primarily denotes a strong desire or craving, often with a negative connotation. It is used to describe an intense longing or lust, typically for something that is forbidden or sinful. This term is often associated with the concept of covetousness or an inordinate desire that leads one away from God's commandments.
Bible references
Deuteronomy 12:15;Deuteronomy 12:20;Deuteronomy 12:21;Deuteronomy 18:6;1 Samuel 23:20;Jeremiah 2:24;Hosea 10:10