Strong’s H7686

שָׁגָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

shagah

Pronunciation

shah-GAH

Definition

To err, to go astray, to wander, to sin unintentionally

Meaning

to stray, to mistake, to transgress, to reel, be enraptured

Usage

The Hebrew verb "shagah" primarily conveys the idea of going astray or erring, often in a moral or spiritual sense. It is used to describe actions that deviate from the correct path, whether through ignorance, negligence, or unintentional sin. The term can also imply a lack of awareness or understanding, leading to mistakes or missteps.

Bible references

Leviticus 4:13;Numbers 15:22;Deuteronomy 27:18;1 Samuel 26:21;Job 6:24;Job 12:16;Job 19:4;Psalm 119:10;Psalm 119:21;Psalm 119:118;Proverbs 5:19;Proverbs 5:20;Proverbs 5:23;Proverbs 19:27;Proverbs 20:1;Proverbs 28:10;Isaiah 28:7;Isaiah 28:7;Isaiah 28:7;Ezekiel 34:6;Ezekiel 45:20