Strong’s H2611

חָנֵף

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

chaneph

Pronunciation

khaw-nafe'

Definition

To be profane, to be polluted, to be corrupt

Meaning

soiled, impious

Usage

The Hebrew verb "chaneph" primarily conveys the idea of moral and spiritual corruption or pollution. It is used to describe actions or attitudes that deviate from the holiness and righteousness expected by God. The term often implies a turning away from the covenantal relationship with God, leading to a state of defilement or apostasy.

Bible references

Job 8:13;Job 13:16;Job 15:34;Job 17:8;Job 20:5;Job 27:8;Job 34:30;Job 36:13;Psalm 35:16;Proverbs 11:9;Isaiah 9:17;Isaiah 10:6;Isaiah 33:14