Strong’s H5036
נָבָל
Part of speech
Adjective
Transliteration
nabal
Pronunciation
naw-BAHL
Definition
Fool, senseless person
Meaning
stupid, wicked
Usage
The Hebrew word "nabal" is used to describe a person who is foolish, senseless, or morally deficient. It often conveys a sense of someone who is not only lacking in wisdom but also in ethical and spiritual understanding. In the biblical context, a "nabal" is someone who acts contrary to God's ways, often characterized by arrogance, irreverence, and a lack of discernment.
Bible references
Deuteronomy 32:6;Deuteronomy 32:21;2 Samuel 3:33;2 Samuel 13:13;Job 2:10;Job 30:8;Psalm 14:1;Psalm 39:8;Psalm 53:1;Psalm 74:18;Psalm 74:22;Proverbs 17:7;Proverbs 17:21;Proverbs 30:22;Isaiah 32:5;Isaiah 32:6;Jeremiah 17:11;Ezekiel 13:3