כָּזַב
ka.zav (H3576)
to lie
AI Word Study
The Hebrew word "ka.zav" (H3576) is defined as "to lie." This verb is part of the semantic domain of Sin & Righteousness, indicating its connection to moral and ethical concepts. Its 16 occurrences in the Bible suggest a significant presence in the text, likely highlighting its importance in the authors' message. The meaning of "ka.zav" is straightforward, referring to the act of speaking or communicating falsehoods. This can include verbal deception, dishonesty, or intentional misrepresentation of facts. The range of usage for this word is broad, encompassing various contexts, including personal relationships, business transactions, and even divine communication. Its significance lies in its ability to convey the consequences of dishonesty and the importance of truthfulness in maintaining relationships and upholding moral standards. In the biblical context, "ka.zav" is often used to describe actions that lead to harm, conflict, or separation between individuals or communities. Its presence in the text serves as a reminder of the value of honesty and the dangers of deception, emphasizing the need for integrity and transparency in all aspects of life.
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God is not a man, that he should lie, nor a son of man, that he should repent. Has he said, and will he not do it? Or has he spoken, and will he not make it good?
He said, “At this season, when the time comes around, you will embrace a son.” She said, “No, my lord, you man of God, do not lie to your servant.”
Now therefore be pleased to look at me, for surely I will not lie to your face.
If it isn’t so now, who will prove me a liar, and make my speech worth nothing?”
Notwithstanding my right I am considered a liar. My wound is incurable, though I am without disobedience.’
Behold, the hope of him is in vain. Won’t one be cast down even at the sight of him?
But they flattered him with their mouth, and lied to him with their tongue.
Once I have sworn by my holiness, I will not lie to David.
A truthful witness will not lie, but a false witness pours out lies.
Don’t you add to his words, lest he reprove you, and you be found a liar.
“Whom have you dreaded and feared, so that you lie, and have not remembered me, nor laid it to your heart? Haven’t I held my peace for a long time, and you don’t fear me?
and Yahweh will guide you continually, satisfy your soul in dry places, and make your bones strong. You will be like a watered garden, and like a spring of water whose waters don’t fail.
You have profaned me among my people for handfuls of barley and for pieces of bread, to kill the souls who should not die, and to save the souls alive who should not live, by your lying to my people who listen to lies.’
If a man walking in a spirit of falsehood lies: “I will prophesy to you of wine and of strong drink;” he would be the prophet of this people.
For the vision is yet for the appointed time, and it hurries toward the end, and won’t prove false. Though it takes time, wait for it; because it will surely come. It won’t delay.