Strong’s H0240

אָזֵן

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

azen

Pronunciation

aw-ZEN

Definition

Ear

Meaning

a spade, paddle

Usage

The Hebrew word "azen" primarily refers to the physical organ of hearing, the ear. It is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote the act of listening or giving attention, often in the context of obedience or understanding. The ear is seen as the gateway to knowledge and wisdom, as it is through hearing that one receives instruction and guidance.

Bible references

Deuteronomy 23:13