תָּבוּן
Intelligence ; by implication, an argument ; by extension, caprice
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What does תָּבוּן (tebunah) mean in the Bible?
תָּבוּן (tebunah) is a Hebrew word meaning "intelligence ; by implication, an argument ; by extension, caprice". intelligence; by implication, an argument; by extension, caprice BDB: understanding Usage: discretion, reason, skilfulness, understanding, wisdom. Understanding reflects the ability to perceive moral and spiritual truth. This term runs through the canonical themes of Revelation, Wisdom.
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Meaning
Practical discernment and wise reasoning applied to concrete situations, distinct from abstract wisdom
intelligence; by implication, an argument; by extension, caprice BDB: understanding Usage: discretion, reason, skilfulness, understanding, wisdom.
Why This Word Matters
Understanding reflects the ability to perceive moral and spiritual truth. Proverbs 10:23
True wisdom manifests in careful speech and restraint. Proverbs 11:12
Discernment enables the learner to recognize deceptive temptations. Proverbs 5:1-6
Grammatical Forms
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Biblical Occurrences
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