עַצֶּבֶת
A idol ; also, a pain or wound
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What does עַצֶּבֶת (atsebah) mean in the Bible?
עַצֶּבֶת (atsebah) is a Hebrew word meaning "a idol ; also, a pain or wound". a idol; also, a pain or wound BDB: hurt Usage: sorrow, wound. The proverb emphasizes that deceptive conduct harms relationships.
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Meaning
Idolatry and suffering converge: objects of worship cause spiritual and physical pain to the worshipper
a idol; also, a pain or wound BDB: hurt Usage: sorrow, wound.
Why This Word Matters
The proverb emphasizes that deceptive conduct harms relationships. Proverbs 10:10
Grammatical Forms
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Biblical Occurrences
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