דַּעַת
Knowledge
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What does דַּעַת (daat) mean in the Bible?
דַּעַת (daat) is a Hebrew word meaning "knowledge". knowledge Usage: cunning, (ig-) norantly, know(-ledge), (un-) awares (wittingly). Proverbs claims that reality cannot be interpreted rightly apart from God. Knowledge begins when God is feared, not sidelined. This term runs through the canonical themes of Covenant, Holiness, Justice.
Meaning
Knowledge as intimate relational knowing rather than mere intellectual information; covenantal awareness of God
knowledge Usage: cunning, (ig-) norantly, know(-ledge), (un-) awares (wittingly).
Why This Word Matters
Proverbs claims that reality cannot be interpreted rightly apart from God. Knowledge begins when God is feared, not sidelined. Hosea 4:1-3
Knowledge in Proverbs is not mere information but insight aligned with God's order. Hosea 4:4-10
Knowledge grounded in God's wisdom guides and protects the righteous. Hosea 6:4-6
Knowledge of the Holy One shapes true wisdom. Isaiah 5:8-17
Exile occurs for lack of knowledge, highlighting the necessity of knowing the Lord for covenant life. Proverbs 1:1-7
Relational covenant awareness absent among the people. Proverbs 10:14
Covenant awareness essential for priestly function. Proverbs 11:9
Relational covenant awareness central to obedience. Proverbs 9:7-12
Grammatical Forms
How the stem changes the meaning of this verb across the biblical text.
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Biblical Occurrences
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Old Testament Witnesses
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