Strong’s H7846

שֵׂט

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

set

Pronunciation

sah-tahn'

Definition

Adversary, accuser

Meaning

a departure from right, sin

Usage

In the Hebrew Bible, שָׂטָן (satan) is used to describe an adversary or one who opposes. It can refer to human adversaries, but it is most famously used to describe a supernatural being who opposes God and His people. This being, often referred to as "Satan," is depicted as an accuser and tempter, seeking to lead people away from God.

Bible references

Hosea 5:2