Strong’s H3988

מָאַס

Part of speech

verb

Transliteration

ma'ac

Pronunciation

mah-as'

Definition

To reject, despise, refuse, abhor

Meaning

to spurn, to disappear

Usage

The Hebrew verb "ma'ac" primarily conveys the act of rejecting or despising something or someone. It is often used in the context of God rejecting His people due to their disobedience or idolatry, as well as people rejecting God's commands or statutes. The term can also imply a strong emotional response, such as abhorrence or loathing.

Bible references

Leviticus 26:15;Leviticus 26:43;Leviticus 26:44;Numbers 11:20;Numbers 14:31;Judges 9:38;1 Samuel 8:7;1 Samuel 8:7;1 Samuel 10:19;1 Samuel 15:23;1 Samuel 15:23;1 Samuel 15:26;1 Samuel 15:26;1 Samuel 16:1;1 Samuel 16:7;2 Kings 17:15;2 Kings 17:20;2 Kings 23:27;Job 5:17;Job 7:5;Job 7:16;Job 8:20;Job 9:21;Job 10:3;Job 19:18