Strong’s H1499

גֵּזֶל

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

gezel

Pronunciation

GEH-zel

Definition

Robbery, violence, plunder

Meaning

plunder, violence

Usage

The term "gezel" primarily refers to the act of robbery or violent seizure of property. It conveys the idea of taking something by force or without consent, often involving moral and legal violations. In the Hebrew Bible, "gezel" is used to describe acts of injustice and oppression, highlighting the ethical and social implications of such actions.

Bible references

Ecclesiastes 5:8;Ezekiel 18:18