Strong’s H2610

חָנֵף

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

chaneph

Pronunciation

khaw-nafe'

Definition

To be profane, defiled, polluted, godless

Meaning

to soil

Usage

The Hebrew verb "chaneph" primarily conveys the idea of being polluted or defiled, often in a moral or spiritual sense. It is used to describe actions or attitudes that are contrary to God's holiness and righteousness. The term can imply a turning away from God, engaging in idolatry, or living in a manner that is corrupt and ungodly.

Bible references

Numbers 35:33;Numbers 35:33;Psalm 106:38;Isaiah 24:5;Jeremiah 3:1;Jeremiah 3:1;Jeremiah 3:2;Jeremiah 3:9;Jeremiah 23:11;Daniel 11:32;Micah 4:11