Strong’s H7036

קָלוֹן

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

qalown

Pronunciation

kah-LOHN

Definition

Shame, disgrace, dishonor

Meaning

disgrace, the pudenda

Usage

The Hebrew word "qalon" primarily denotes a state of shame or disgrace. It is used in the Old Testament to describe situations where individuals or groups experience dishonor, often as a result of sin, disobedience, or defeat. The term conveys a sense of public humiliation and loss of respect.

Bible references

Job 10:15;Psalm 83:16;Proverbs 3:35;Proverbs 6:33;Proverbs 9:7;Proverbs 11:2;Proverbs 12:16;Proverbs 13:18;Proverbs 18:3;Proverbs 22:10;Isaiah 22:18;Jeremiah 13:26;Jeremiah 46:12;Hosea 4:7;Hosea 4:18;Nahum 3:5;Habakkuk 2:16