Strong’s H6601

פָתָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

pathah

Pronunciation

pah-THAH

Definition

To entice, deceive, persuade, seduce, allure

Meaning

to open, be, roomy, to be, simple, delude

Usage

The Hebrew verb "pathah" primarily conveys the idea of persuading or enticing someone, often with a negative connotation of deception or seduction. It can imply leading someone astray through flattery or deceitful words. In some contexts, it may also refer to being open or simple-minded, suggesting a lack of discernment or vulnerability to persuasion.

Bible references

Genesis 9:27;Exodus 22:16;Deuteronomy 11:16;Judges 14:15;Judges 16:5;2 Samuel 3:25;1 Kings 22:20;1 Kings 22:21;1 Kings 22:22;2 Chronicles 18:19;2 Chronicles 18:20;2 Chronicles 18:21;Job 5:2;Job 31:9;Job 31:27;Psalm 78:36;Proverbs 1:10;Proverbs 16:29;Proverbs 20:19;Proverbs 24:28;Proverbs 25:15;Jeremiah 20:7;Jeremiah 20:7;Jeremiah 20:10;Ezekiel 14:9