Strong’s H3854

לַהַג

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

lahag

Pronunciation

lah'-hag

Definition

Derision, Mockery, Scorn

Meaning

intense mental application

Usage

The Hebrew word "lahag" refers to the act of mocking or deriding someone. It conveys a sense of scornful laughter or ridicule, often directed at those who are perceived as weak or foolish. In the biblical context, it is used to describe the contemptuous attitude of individuals or groups towards others, often in a spiritual or moral sense.

Bible references

Ecclesiastes 12:12