Strong’s H8581

תַּעָב

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

ta`ab

Pronunciation

tah-AV

Definition

To abhor, to detest, to loathe

Meaning

to loathe, detest

Usage

The Hebrew verb "taab" conveys a strong sense of disgust or repulsion. It is often used in the context of moral or ritual impurity, where something is considered detestable or abominable. This term is frequently employed in the Old Testament to describe God's attitude towards idolatry, sinful practices, and unclean things.

Bible references

Deuteronomy 7:26;Deuteronomy 7:26;Deuteronomy 23:7;Deuteronomy 23:7;1 Kings 21:26;1 Chronicles 21:6;Job 9:31;Job 15:16;Job 19:19;Job 30:10;Psalm 5:6;Psalm 14:1;Psalm 53:1;Psalm 106:40;Psalm 107:18;Psalm 119:163;Isaiah 14:19;Isaiah 49:7;Ezekiel 16:25;Ezekiel 16:52;Amos 5:10;Micah 3:9