Strong’s H1347

גָּאוֹן

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

ga'own

Pronunciation

gah-ohn'

Definition

Pride, majesty, exaltation, arrogance

Meaning

arrogance, majesty, ornament

Usage

The Hebrew word "ga'own" primarily denotes a sense of majesty or exaltation, often used to describe the splendor and grandeur of God. It can also refer to human pride or arrogance, particularly when it leads to self-exaltation against God. The term is used both positively, in the context of God's majesty, and negatively, in the context of human pride.

Bible references

Exodus 15:7;Leviticus 26:19;Job 35:12;Job 37:4;Job 38:11;Job 40:10;Psalm 47:4;Psalm 59:12;Proverbs 8:13;Proverbs 16:18;Isaiah 2:10;Isaiah 2:19;Isaiah 2:21;Isaiah 4:2;Isaiah 13:11;Isaiah 13:19;Isaiah 14:11;Isaiah 16:6;Isaiah 16:6;Isaiah 23:9;Isaiah 24:14;Isaiah 60:15;Jeremiah 12:5;Jeremiah 13:9;Jeremiah 13:9