Strong’s H5753

עָוָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

`avah

Pronunciation

ah-vah

Definition

To bend, twist, distort, pervert

Meaning

to crook

Usage

The Hebrew verb "avah" primarily conveys the idea of bending or twisting something from its original or intended shape. In a moral or ethical context, it is often used to describe the act of perverting justice or distorting truth. It can also refer to the act of committing iniquity or engaging in morally corrupt behavior. The term suggests a deviation from a standard or norm, often with negative connotations.

Bible references

1 Samuel 20:30;2 Samuel 7:14;2 Samuel 19:19;2 Samuel 24:17;1 Kings 8:47;2 Chronicles 6:37;Esther 1:16;Job 33:27;Psalm 38:6;Psalm 106:6;Proverbs 12:8;Isaiah 21:3;Isaiah 24:1;Jeremiah 3:21;Jeremiah 9:5;Lamentations 3:9;Daniel 9:5