Strong’s H1942

הַוָּה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

havvah

Pronunciation

hav-vaw'

Definition

Mischief, calamity, desire, ruin

Meaning

of falling), desire, ruin

Usage

The Hebrew word "havvah" is used in the Old Testament to denote concepts of mischief, calamity, or ruin. It often conveys a sense of destructive desire or intent, reflecting a negative outcome or the potential for harm. The term can also imply a longing or desire that leads to ruinous consequences.

Bible references

Job 6:30;Job 30:13;Psalm 5:9;Psalm 38:12;Psalm 52:2;Psalm 52:7;Psalm 55:11;Psalm 57:1;Psalm 91:3;Psalm 94:20;Proverbs 10:3;Proverbs 11:6;Proverbs 17:4;Proverbs 19:13;Micah 7:3