3687. kesiluth

Lexicon

kesiluth: Foolishness, folly

Original Word: כְּסִילוּת
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: kciyluwth
Pronunciation: keh-see-LOOTH
Phonetic Spelling: (kes-eel-ooth')
Definition: Foolishness, folly
Meaning: silliness

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

foolish

From kciyl; silliness -- foolish.

see HEBREW kciyl

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from kasal
Definition
stupidity
NASB Translation
folly (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs

כְּסִילוּת noun feminine stupidity; — Proverbs 9:13 ׳אֵשֶׁת כ, the woman Stupidity, in antithesis with חָכְמוֺת the Supreme Wisdom personified as a woman.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the root כָּסַל (kasal), which means to be foolish or to act foolishly.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 3472 • μωρία (moria): This Greek term is often translated as "foolishness" or "folly" in the New Testament. It carries a similar connotation to כְּסִילוּת, emphasizing the lack of wisdom and the irrationality of actions that are contrary to God's will.
• Strong's Greek Number 878 • ἀφροσύνη (aphrosyne): Another Greek term related to foolishness, highlighting a state of mind that is devoid of understanding or prudence.

In summary, כְּסִילוּת is a key concept in the Hebrew Bible that underscores the importance of wisdom and the dangers of folly. It serves as a moral and spiritual warning to seek God's wisdom and avoid the pitfalls of foolishness.

Usage: The term כְּסִילוּת is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe actions or attitudes that are devoid of wisdom and understanding, often leading to negative consequences. It is associated with moral and spiritual folly, contrasting with the wisdom and discernment that are commended in biblical teachings.

Context: • Overview: The concept of כְּסִילוּת is integral to the wisdom literature of the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the books of Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. It is often juxtaposed with wisdom (חָכְמָה, chokmah) to highlight the moral and practical implications of living a life guided by folly versus wisdom.
• Biblical Context: In Proverbs, כְּסִילוּת is frequently mentioned as a trait of the fool (כְּסִיל, kesil), who despises wisdom and instruction (Proverbs 1:7). The fool's behavior is marked by a lack of foresight and an inability to learn from experience, leading to personal and communal harm.
• Theological Implications: From a theological perspective, כְּסִילוּת represents a rejection of divine wisdom and guidance. It is seen as a moral failing that distances individuals from God and His purposes. The wise are those who fear the Lord and seek His understanding, while the foolish are those who rely on their own limited insight.
• Practical Application: The biblical admonition against כְּסִילוּת serves as a call to pursue wisdom and discernment. Believers are encouraged to seek God's guidance in all aspects of life, recognizing that true understanding comes from Him.

Forms and Transliterations

כְּ֭סִילוּת כסילות kə·sî·lūṯ Kesilut kəsîlūṯ

Englishman's Concordance

Proverbs 9:13
HEB: אֵ֣שֶׁת כְּ֭סִילוּת הֹֽמִיָּ֑ה פְּ֝תַיּ֗וּת
NAS: The woman of folly is boisterous,
KJV: A foolish woman [is] clamorous:
INT: the woman of folly is boisterous naive

1 Occurrence

Strong's Hebrew 3687
1 Occurrence

kə·sî·lūṯ — 1 Occ.