Strong’s H1779

דִּין

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

diyn

Pronunciation

deen

Definition

To judge, to contend, to plead

Meaning

judgement, strife

Usage

The Hebrew verb "din" primarily means to judge or to execute judgment. It conveys the act of discerning right from wrong, making decisions, and administering justice. In the biblical context, it often refers to God's judgment or the role of leaders and judges in executing justice among the people.

Bible references

Deuteronomy 17:8;Deuteronomy 17:8;Esther 1:13;Job 19:29;Job 35:14;Job 36:17;Job 36:17;Psalm 9:4;Psalm 76:8;Psalm 140:12;Proverbs 20:8;Proverbs 22:10;Proverbs 29:7;Proverbs 31:5;Proverbs 31:8;Isaiah 10:2;Jeremiah 5:28;Jeremiah 5:28;Jeremiah 22:16;Jeremiah 30:13