Strong’s H3887
לוּץ
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
luwts
Pronunciation
loots
Definition
To scoff, to mock, to deride
Meaning
to make mouths at, to scoff, to interpret, intercede
Usage
The Hebrew verb "luts" primarily means to scoff or mock. It conveys a sense of derision or scorn, often directed towards wisdom, righteousness, or divine instruction. The term is used to describe the behavior of those who reject or ridicule the teachings and principles of God, often setting themselves in opposition to the righteous.
Bible references
Genesis 42:23;2 Chronicles 32:31;Job 16:20;Job 33:23;Psalm 1:1;Psalm 119:51;Proverbs 1:22;Proverbs 3:34;Proverbs 3:34;Proverbs 9:7;Proverbs 9:8;Proverbs 9:12;Proverbs 13:1;Proverbs 14:6;Proverbs 14:9;Proverbs 15:12;Proverbs 19:25;Proverbs 19:28;Proverbs 19:29;Proverbs 20:1;Proverbs 21:11;Proverbs 21:24;Proverbs 22:10;Proverbs 24:9;Isaiah 28:22