Strong’s H0191

אֱוִיל

Part of speech

Adjective Masculine

Transliteration

eviyl

Pronunciation

rah

Definition

Evil, wickedness, bad, harmful, distress

Meaning

silly

Usage

The Hebrew word רַע (ra') is used extensively throughout the Old Testament to describe that which is morally wrong, harmful, or distressing. It can refer to actions, intentions, or conditions that are contrary to God's nature and commandments. As an adjective, it describes the character or actions of individuals, nations, or circumstances that are opposed to God's will. As a noun, it often denotes wickedness or calamity.

Bible references

Job 5:2;Job 5:3;Psalm 107:17;Proverbs 1:7;Proverbs 7:22;Proverbs 10:8;Proverbs 10:10;Proverbs 10:14;Proverbs 10:21;Proverbs 11:29;Proverbs 12:15;Proverbs 12:16;Proverbs 14:3;Proverbs 14:9;Proverbs 15:5;Proverbs 16:22;Proverbs 17:28;Proverbs 20:3;Proverbs 24:7;Proverbs 27:3;Proverbs 27:22;Proverbs 29:9;Isaiah 35:8;Jeremiah 4:22;Hosea 9:7