Lexicon lahag: Derision, Mockery, Scorn Original Word: לַהַג Strong's Exhaustive Concordance study From an unused root meaning to be eager; intense mental application -- study. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition study, devotion (to books) NASB Translation excessive devotion (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs לַ֫הַג noun masculine (late) study, i.e. devotion to books; הַרְבֵּה יְגִעַת בָּשָׂר ׳ל Ecclesiastes 12:12 (compare Now). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to deride or mock.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 1701: ἐμπαίζω (empaizō) • to mock, ridicule, or deride. Usage: The word "lahag" is used in the context of mockery or derision, often in relation to speech that is dismissive or scornful. It appears in the Hebrew Bible to describe the act of mocking or ridiculing. Context: The Hebrew term לַהַג (lahag) is a noun that appears in the context of derision or mockery. It is derived from an unused root that implies the act of mocking or ridiculing. In the Hebrew Bible, "lahag" is used to describe speech that is contemptuous or scornful, often directed towards individuals or groups. This term highlights the negative and dismissive nature of such speech, emphasizing the intent to belittle or demean. The use of "lahag" in the biblical text underscores the seriousness with which mockery is viewed, often associated with a lack of respect or reverence. The term is a reminder of the power of words and the impact they can have when used to deride or scorn others. Forms and Transliterations וְלַ֥הַג ולהג veLahag wə·la·haḡ wəlahaḡLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Ecclesiastes 12:12 HEB: אֵ֣ין קֵ֔ץ וְלַ֥הַג הַרְבֵּ֖ה יְגִעַ֥ת NAS: is endless, and excessive devotion [to books] is wearying KJV: and much study [is] a weariness INT: no end and excessive of many is wearying 1 Occurrence |
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