Strong’s H3577

כָּזָב

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

kazab

Pronunciation

kah-ZAHB

Definition

Lie, falsehood, deceit

Meaning

falsehood

Usage

The Hebrew word "kazab" primarily denotes a lie or falsehood. It is used to describe statements or actions that are intentionally deceptive or untrue. In the biblical context, "kazab" often refers to false testimony, deceitful practices, or the propagation of untruths, which are condemned as contrary to God's nature and His commandments.

Bible references

Psalm 4:2;Psalm 5:6;Psalm 40:4;Psalm 58:3;Psalm 62:4;Psalm 62:9;Proverbs 6:19;Proverbs 14:5;Proverbs 14:25;Proverbs 19:5;Proverbs 19:9;Proverbs 19:22;Proverbs 21:28;Proverbs 23:3;Proverbs 30:8;Isaiah 28:15;Isaiah 28:17;Ezekiel 13:6;Ezekiel 13:7;Ezekiel 13:8;Ezekiel 13:9;Ezekiel 13:19;Ezekiel 21:29;Ezekiel 22:28;Daniel 11:27