Strong’s H8582

תָּעָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

ta`ah

Pronunciation

tah-ah

Definition

To err, to wander, to go astray

Meaning

to vacillate, reel, stray

Usage

The Hebrew verb "taah" primarily conveys the idea of straying or wandering, both physically and metaphorically. It is often used to describe the act of going astray from a path, whether it be a literal path or a figurative one, such as the path of righteousness or truth. The term can imply a sense of being lost or misguided, and it is frequently used in contexts where individuals or groups deviate from God's commandments or guidance.

Bible references

Genesis 20:13;Genesis 21:14;Genesis 37:15;Exodus 23:4;2 Kings 21:9;2 Chronicles 33:9;Job 12:24;Job 12:25;Job 15:31;Job 38:41;Psalm 58:3;Psalm 95:10;Psalm 107:4;Psalm 107:40;Psalm 119:110;Psalm 119:176;Proverbs 7:25;Proverbs 10:17;Proverbs 12:26;Proverbs 14:22;Proverbs 21:16;Isaiah 3:12;Isaiah 9:16;Isaiah 16:8;Isaiah 19:13