Strong’s H6049

עָנַן

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

`anan

Pronunciation

ah-nan'

Definition

To practice soothsaying, to conjure, to observe times

Meaning

to act covertly, practise magic

Usage

The Hebrew verb "anan" primarily refers to the act of practicing soothsaying or divination. It is often associated with attempts to predict the future or gain secret knowledge through supernatural means, which is explicitly forbidden in the Hebrew Scriptures. The term is used to describe activities that are considered abominations in the sight of God, as they rely on sources other than the divine revelation provided by God Himself.

Bible references

Genesis 9:14;Leviticus 19:26;Deuteronomy 18:10;Deuteronomy 18:14;Judges 9:37;2 Kings 21:6;2 Chronicles 33:6;Isaiah 2:6;Isaiah 57:3;Jeremiah 27:9;Micah 5:12