Strong’s H3282

יַעַן

Part of speech

preposition and conjunction; substantive; preposition; conjunction; preposition; conjunction

Transliteration

ya`an

Pronunciation

yah-an

Definition

Because, on account of, for the sake of

Meaning

heed, purpose, to indicate the reason, cause

Usage

The Hebrew word "yaan" is primarily used as a conjunction to indicate causation or reason. It is often translated as "because" or "on account of" in English. This word is used to explain the reason behind an action, decision, or divine judgment. It serves to connect a cause with its effect, often in the context of God's response to human actions.

Bible references

Genesis 22:16;Leviticus 26:43;Leviticus 26:43;Numbers 11:20;Numbers 20:12;Deuteronomy 1:36;Joshua 14:14;Judges 2:20;1 Samuel 15:23;1 Samuel 30:22;1 Kings 3:11;1 Kings 8:18;1 Kings 11:11;1 Kings 11:33;1 Kings 13:21;1 Kings 14:7;1 Kings 14:13;1 Kings 14:15;1 Kings 16:2;1 Kings 20:28;1 Kings 20:36;1 Kings 20:42;1 Kings 21:20;1 Kings 21:29;2 Kings 1:16