Lexicon evili: Foolish Original Word: אֱוִלִי Strong's Exhaustive Concordance foolish From 'eviyl; silly, foolish; hence (morally) impious -- foolish. see HEBREW 'eviyl NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as evil Definition foolish NASB Translation foolish (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs אֱוִלִי adjective id. Zechariah 11:15. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root אָוַל (aval), which means to be foolish or to act foolishly.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent that corresponds to the concept of foolishness as described by אֱוִלִי is found in Strong's Greek Number G552, ἄφρων (aphron), which also denotes someone who is foolish or lacking in understanding. This Greek term is used in the New Testament to describe individuals who act without wisdom or prudence, often in a moral or spiritual sense. Usage: The word אֱוִלִי appears in contexts where foolishness is contrasted with wisdom and righteousness. It is used to describe individuals who act without regard for divine instruction or moral principles. Context: The term אֱוִלִי is found in the Hebrew Bible to characterize individuals who are devoid of wisdom and understanding, often leading to impious actions. This foolishness is not merely intellectual but is deeply moral and spiritual, reflecting a heart that is not aligned with God's ways. In the wisdom literature, such as Proverbs, the foolish are often juxtaposed with the wise, highlighting the consequences of rejecting divine wisdom. The foolish person is depicted as one who despises instruction, lacks discernment, and ultimately faces ruin due to their choices. The term underscores the biblical theme that true wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord, and those who reject this foundation are deemed foolish. Forms and Transliterations אֱוִלִֽי׃ אֱוִלִים֙ אולי׃ אולים ’ĕ·wi·lî ’ĕ·wi·lîm ’ĕwilî ’ĕwilîm eviLi eviLimLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Isaiah 19:11 HEB: אַךְ־ אֱוִלִים֙ שָׂ֣רֵי צֹ֔עַן INT: are mere foolish the princes of Zoan Zechariah 11:15 2 Occurrences |
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