Strong’s H3868

לוּז

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

luwz

Pronunciation

looz

Definition

To turn aside, to depart, to be perverse

Meaning

to turn aside, to depart, be perverse

Usage

The Hebrew verb "luz" primarily means to turn aside or to depart. It can also carry the connotation of being perverse or deviating from a standard or path. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, it often implies a moral or ethical deviation, suggesting a departure from God's ways or commands.

Bible references

Proverbs 2:15;Proverbs 3:21;Proverbs 3:32;Proverbs 4:21;Proverbs 14:2;Isaiah 30:12