בּוּז
buz (H0936)
to despise
AI Word Study
The Hebrew word "בּוּז" (buz) is used to describe actions that evoke feelings of disdain and disrespect. Its short definition indicates that it has a strong negative connotation, conveying a sense of devaluation or dismissal. As a verb in the semantic domain of Emotion & Attitude, "buz" is not primarily about physical harm, but rather about negative emotional responses. The word "buz" occurs 12 times in the Bible, suggesting its significance in various contexts. Its range of usage spans multiple situations, such as disdaining God's words (Psalm 50:17) or mocking someone (Proverbs 9:7). This versatility implies that "buz" is an essential term for conveying negative emotions in Hebrew thought.
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The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of knowledge; but the foolish despise wisdom and instruction.
Men don’t despise a thief if he steals to satisfy himself when he is hungry;
One who despises his neighbor is void of wisdom, but a man of understanding holds his peace.
Whoever despises instruction will pay for it, but he who respects a command will be rewarded.
He who despises his neighbor sins, but he who has pity on the poor is blessed.
Don’t speak in the ears of a fool, for he will despise the wisdom of your words.
Listen to your father who gave you life, and don’t despise your mother when she is old.
“The eye that mocks at his father, and scorns obedience to his mother: the ravens of the valley shall pick it out, the young eagles shall eat it.
Oh that you were like my brother, who nursed from the breasts of my mother! If I found you outside, I would kiss you; yes, and no one would despise me.
Many waters can’t quench love, neither can floods drown it. If a man would give all the wealth of his house for love, he would be utterly scorned.
Indeed, who despises the day of small things? For these seven shall rejoice, and shall see the plumb line in the hand of Zerubbabel. These are Yahweh’s eyes, which run back and forth through the whole earth.”