Strong’s H8379

תַּאֲוָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

ta'avah

Pronunciation

tah-av-AH

Definition

Desire, longing, craving, lust

Meaning

a limit, full extent

Usage

The Hebrew word "taavah" primarily denotes a strong desire or craving, often with a negative connotation. It can refer to physical appetites, such as hunger or lust, but also to broader desires that may lead one away from God's will. In the Old Testament, "taavah" is frequently used to describe the Israelites' cravings for the pleasures of Egypt, which led them to grumble against God (e.g., Numbers 11:4).

Bible references

Genesis 49:26