Strong’s H3824

לֵבָב

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

lebab

Pronunciation

lay-BAHB

Definition

Heart

Meaning

the heart

Usage

The Hebrew word "lebab" primarily refers to the "heart," not just as a physical organ but as the center of human emotion, thought, will, and moral character. It is often used metaphorically to describe the inner person, encompassing feelings, intellect, and volition. In the Old Testament, "lebab" is frequently associated with one's inner life, intentions, and spiritual state.

Bible references

Genesis 20:5;Genesis 20:6;Genesis 31:26;Exodus 14:5;Leviticus 19:17;Leviticus 26:36;Leviticus 26:41;Numbers 15:39;Deuteronomy 1:28;Deuteronomy 2:30;Deuteronomy 4:9;Deuteronomy 4:29;Deuteronomy 4:39;Deuteronomy 5:29;Deuteronomy 6:5;Deuteronomy 6:6;Deuteronomy 7:17;Deuteronomy 8:2;Deuteronomy 8:5;Deuteronomy 8:14;Deuteronomy 8:17;Deuteronomy 9:4;Deuteronomy 9:5;Deuteronomy 10:12;Deuteronomy 10:16