Strong’s H1215

בֶּצַע

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

betsa`

Pronunciation

beh'-tsah

Definition

Gain, profit, unjust gain, plunder

Meaning

plunder, gain

Usage

The Hebrew word "betsa" primarily refers to gain or profit, often with a negative connotation of unjust or dishonest gain. It is used in contexts where material gain is pursued at the expense of righteousness or justice. The term can imply greed or covetousness, highlighting the moral and ethical implications of seeking wealth through unrighteous means.

Bible references

Genesis 37:26;Exodus 18:21;Judges 5:19;1 Samuel 8:3;Job 22:3;Psalm 30:9;Psalm 119:36;Proverbs 1:19;Proverbs 15:27;Proverbs 28:16;Isaiah 33:15;Isaiah 56:11;Isaiah 57:17;Jeremiah 6:13;Jeremiah 8:10;Jeremiah 22:17;Jeremiah 51:13;Ezekiel 22:13;Ezekiel 22:27;Ezekiel 33:31;Habakkuk 2:9;Malachi 3:14