Strong’s H5770

עָוַן

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

`avan

Pronunciation

ah-vawn'

Definition

Iniquity, guilt, punishment, sin

Meaning

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Usage

The Hebrew word 'avan primarily refers to iniquity or guilt, often emphasizing the moral distortion or perversion of what is right. It can also imply the consequences or punishment that result from such iniquity. In the Old Testament, 'avan is frequently used to describe the sinful nature of humanity and the resulting separation from God. It underscores the concept of sin as a deviation from God's righteous standards.