Strong's Lexicon maavay: Desire, longing Original Word: מַאֲוַי Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root עוה (avah), which generally means to bend, twist, or distort. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint and the New Testament for similar concepts of desire is ἐπιθυμία (epithymia), which also denotes longing or craving, often with a moral or ethical dimension. Usage: The term "maavay" is used to express a deep-seated desire or longing. It conveys a sense of yearning or craving for something that is not yet attained. In the biblical context, it often reflects the inner desires of the heart, whether for righteous or unrighteous purposes. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the concept of desire was closely linked to the heart, which was considered the seat of emotions and will. Desires could lead individuals toward God and righteousness or away from Him into sin. The Hebrew Scriptures frequently address the importance of aligning one's desires with God's will, emphasizing the need for purity of heart and intention. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as i Definition desire NASB Translation desires (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [מַאֲוַי] noun [masculine] desire plural construct מַאֲוַיֵּי רָשָׁע Psalm 140:9. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance desire From 'avah; a desire -- desire. see HEBREW 'avah Forms and Transliterations מַאֲוַיֵּ֣י מאויי ma’ăwayyê ma·’ă·way·yê maavaiYeiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 140:8 HEB: תִּתֵּ֣ן יְ֭הוָה מַאֲוַיֵּ֣י רָשָׁ֑ע זְמָמ֥וֹ NAS: O LORD, the desires of the wicked; KJV: not, O LORD, the desires of the wicked: INT: grant LORD the desires of the wicked his device 1 Occurrence |
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