Lexicon avil: Fool, foolish Original Word: עֲוִיל Strong's Exhaustive Concordance ungodly From aval; perverse (morally) -- ungodly. see HEBREW aval NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as evel Definition unjust one NASB Translation ruffians (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs II. עֲוִיל noun masculine unjust one, Job 16:11 (see following). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root עָוַל (aval), which means to act unjustly or to deviate from what is right.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 4646 • σκολιός (skolios): meaning crooked or perverse, often used in the New Testament to describe moral or spiritual deviation. Usage: The word עֲוִיל is used in the context of describing individuals or actions that are morally corrupt or deviant from the path of righteousness. It is often associated with wickedness and injustice. Context: The Hebrew term עֲוִיל (Avil) is a descriptor for individuals or actions that are characterized by moral corruption and deviation from righteousness. In the Hebrew Bible, this term is used to highlight the contrast between the righteous and the wicked, emphasizing the consequences of perverse actions. The concept of perversity in the biblical context is not merely about being wrong but involves a willful deviation from God's commandments and the established moral order. This term is often used in wisdom literature, such as Proverbs, to warn against the dangers of following a perverse path and to encourage adherence to wisdom and righteousness. The Berean Standard Bible captures this nuance in its translation, emphasizing the moral and ethical implications of being perverse. Forms and Transliterations עֲוִ֑יל עויל ‘ă·wîl ‘ăwîl aVilLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |