לָמַד
Properly, to goad , i.e. (by implication) to teach (the rod being an Oriental incentive )
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What does לָמַד (lāmaḏ) mean in the Bible?
לָמַד (lāmaḏ) is a Hebrew word meaning "properly, to goad , i.e. (by implication) to teach (the rod being an Oriental incentive )". properly, to goad, i. Judgment is intended to instruct, yet the wicked refuse.
Meaning
Teaching rooted in disciplinary correction; learning through habituation and practiced exercise, not mere information transfer.
properly, to goad, i.e. (by implication) to teach (the rod being an Oriental incentive) BDB: exercise in Usage: (un-) accustomed, × diligently, expert, instruct, learn, skilful, teach(-er, -ing).
Why This Word Matters
Judgment is intended to instruct, yet the wicked refuse. Isaiah 26:7-11
Grammatical Forms
How the stem changes the meaning of this verb across the biblical text.
Pual intensive passive — intensive action received by the subject 5×
Qal basic active stem — the word in its most common, direct sense 14×
Piel intensive active — emphasizes thoroughness or repeated action 14×
Biblical Occurrences
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Old Testament Witnesses
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