Strong’s H3289

יָעַץ

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

ya`ats

Pronunciation

yah-ats'

Definition

To advise, counsel, consult, determine

Meaning

to advise, to deliberate, resolve

Usage

The Hebrew verb "yaats" primarily means to advise or counsel. It is used in the context of providing guidance, making decisions, or offering wisdom. The term can imply both giving and receiving counsel, and it often involves deliberation or consultation. In the biblical context, it is frequently associated with wise and godly counsel, as well as the decisions of leaders and prophets.

Bible references

Exodus 18:19;Numbers 24:14;2 Samuel 15:12;2 Samuel 16:23;2 Samuel 17:7;2 Samuel 17:11;2 Samuel 17:15;2 Samuel 17:15;2 Samuel 17:21;1 Kings 1:12;1 Kings 12:6;1 Kings 12:6;1 Kings 12:8;1 Kings 12:8;1 Kings 12:9;1 Kings 12:13;1 Kings 12:28;2 Kings 6:8;1 Chronicles 13:1;1 Chronicles 26:14;1 Chronicles 27:32;1 Chronicles 27:33;2 Chronicles 10:6;2 Chronicles 10:6;2 Chronicles 10:8