Strong's Lexicon qeles: Mockery, derision, scorn Original Word: קֶלֶס Word Origin: Derived from the root קָלַס (qalal), which means "to mock" or "to scoff." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with mockery is "μυκτηρίζω" (mukterizo - Strong's Greek 3456), which also means to mock or ridicule. Usage: The term "qeles" refers to the act of mocking or deriding someone or something. It is used in the context of expressing contempt or ridicule, often directed towards individuals, groups, or even God. This word captures the essence of disdain and disrespect conveyed through words or actions. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, mockery was considered a serious offense, especially when directed towards God or His prophets. The Hebrew society placed a high value on honor and respect, and mockery was seen as a violation of these principles. It was often associated with the wicked and those who opposed God's ways. The act of mocking was not only a social affront but also a spiritual one, as it demonstrated a lack of reverence and fear of the Lord. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom qalas Definition derision NASB Translation derision (3). Brown-Driver-Briggs קֶ֫לֶס noun [masculine] derision, i.e., object of it, "" חֶרְמָּה; — Jeremiah 20:8, + לַעַג Psalm 44:14; Psalm 79:4. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance derision From qalac; a laughing-stock -- derision. see HEBREW qalac Forms and Transliterations וָ֝קֶ֗לֶס וּלְקֶ֖לֶס ולקלס וקלס ū·lə·qe·les uleKeles ūləqeles vaKeles wā·qe·les wāqelesLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 44:13 HEB: לִשְׁכֵנֵ֑ינוּ לַ֥עַג וָ֝קֶ֗לֶס לִסְבִיבוֹתֵֽינוּ׃ NAS: A scoffing and a derision to those around KJV: a scorn and a derision to them that are round about INT: to our neighbors A scoffing derision around Psalm 79:4 Jeremiah 20:8 3 Occurrences |
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