Hebrew · H1606, G1650 · unreviewed

גְּעָרָה

A chiding · proof, conviction

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גְּעָרָה H1606 a chiding
Pronunciation ga‘ărāṯəḵā
Sharp verbal rebuke or reproof, often divine correction aimed at restraint or reformation rather than mere condemnation
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ἔλεγχος G1650 proof, conviction
Pronunciation élenchos
Proof that brings conviction through exposure of error or truth; evidence that compels acknowledgment.
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What does גְּעָרָה (ge'arah) mean in the Bible?

גְּעָרָה · ἔλεγχος is a Hebrew word meaning "correction, rebuke, reproof".

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Meaning

correction, rebuke, reproof
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