Strong’s H6588

פֶשַׁע

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

pesha`

Pronunciation

PEH-shah

Definition

Transgression, rebellion, offense

Meaning

a revolt

Usage

The Hebrew word "pesha" primarily denotes a willful transgression or rebellion against God's law. It implies a deliberate act of disobedience or defiance, often in a covenantal context. In the Old Testament, "pesha" is used to describe not only individual acts of sin but also national rebellion against God's commandments.

Bible references

Genesis 31:36;Genesis 50:17;Genesis 50:17;Exodus 22:9;Exodus 23:21;Exodus 34:7;Leviticus 16:16;Leviticus 16:21;Numbers 14:18;Joshua 24:19;1 Samuel 24:11;1 Samuel 25:28;1 Kings 8:50;Job 7:21;Job 8:4;Job 13:23;Job 14:17;Job 31:33;Job 33:9;Job 34:6;Job 34:37;Job 35:6;Job 36:9;Psalm 5:10;Psalm 19:13