Strong’s H3973
מָאוֹס
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
ma'owc
Pronunciation
maw-ose'
Definition
Rejection, loathing, abhorrence
Meaning
refuse
Usage
The Hebrew word "maos" conveys a strong sense of rejection or loathing. It is often used in the context of something being despised or considered detestable. This term can describe both human attitudes towards objects or actions and divine attitudes towards sin or disobedience.
Bible references
Lamentations 3:45;Lamentations 5:22