Strong’s H1892

הֶבֶל

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

hebel

Pronunciation

HEH-bel

Definition

Vanity, breath, vapor, futility, emptiness

Meaning

emptiness, vanity, transitory, unsatisfactory

Usage

The Hebrew word "hebel" primarily conveys the idea of something transient, insubstantial, or futile. It is often used metaphorically to describe the fleeting nature of life, human endeavors, and worldly pursuits. In the context of the Bible, "hebel" underscores the temporary and often meaningless nature of earthly things when viewed apart from God.

Bible references

Deuteronomy 32:21;1 Kings 16:13;1 Kings 16:26;2 Kings 17:15;Job 7:16;Job 9:29;Job 21:34;Job 27:12;Job 35:16;Psalm 31:6;Psalm 39:5;Psalm 39:6;Psalm 39:11;Psalm 62:9;Psalm 62:9;Psalm 78:33;Psalm 94:11;Psalm 144:4;Proverbs 13:11;Proverbs 21:6;Proverbs 31:30;Ecclesiastes 1:2;Ecclesiastes 1:2;Ecclesiastes 1:2;Ecclesiastes 1:2