Strong’s H1602

גָּעַל

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

ga`al

Pronunciation

gah-ahl

Definition

To abhor, to loathe, to reject

Meaning

to detest, to reject

Usage

The Hebrew verb "gaal" primarily conveys a sense of intense aversion or rejection. It is used to describe a strong emotional response of disgust or repulsion, often in the context of moral or spiritual unacceptability. This term is frequently employed in the Hebrew Bible to express God's rejection of certain behaviors, practices, or even people when they deviate from His covenantal standards.

Bible references

Leviticus 26:11;Leviticus 26:15;Leviticus 26:30;Leviticus 26:43;Leviticus 26:44;2 Samuel 1:21;Job 21:10;Jeremiah 14:19;Ezekiel 16:45;Ezekiel 16:45