stealגָּנַב
ganav · Hebrew Verb
The taking of something that does not belong to you, violating the commandment against theft. It represents a lack of respect for another’s property and for God’s provision.
murderרָצַח
ratsach · Hebrew Verb
The act of killing a human being, forbidden by the moral law of God. It is a fundamental violation of the sanctity of human life, which is made in the image of God.
commit adulteryנָאַף
na'aph · Hebrew Verb
Sexual relations between a married person and someone other than their spouse. It is a serious moral transgression that violates the covenant of marriage and reflects unfaithfulness to God’s design for human relationships.
swear falselyשָׁבַע שֶׁקֶר
shava sheqer · Hebrew Verb phrase
Bearing false witness or giving an untrue testimony under oath. This act is detestable to God as it perverts justice and misuses the sacred invocation of His name.
Baalבַּעַל
Ba'al · Hebrew Noun
A Canaanite storm god. Worship of Baal was a frequent trap for ancient Israel, representing the abandonment of the Covenant with Yahweh for the pursuit of material fertility and power.
abominationsתּוֹעֵבָה
to'ebah · Hebrew Noun
Something detestable, loathsome, or morally repugnant to God. It often refers to idolatrous practices or gross sins that violate the holiness of God and defile His people.
houseבַּיִת
bayith · Hebrew Noun
A physical structure dedicated to the worship of God, representing His presence among His people; in the Old Testament, it primarily refers to the Tabernacle or the Temple in Jerusalem.
denמְעָרָה
mearah · Hebrew Noun
A term used to describe a place where people hide or retreat; metaphorically, it denotes a place where wicked or corrupt people feel secure in their wrongdoing.
robbersפָּרִיץ
parits · Hebrew Noun
One who seizes property by force or fraud; in a spiritual sense, it refers to those who exploit their position or God’s provision for selfish, sinful ends.
the LORDיהוה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal, covenantal name of the God of Israel (YHWH), signifying His self-existence, faithfulness to His promises, and supreme authority.
evilרָעָה
ra'ah · Hebrew Noun
A general term for moral depravity, wrongdoing, or wickedness that is contrary to the character and commands of God, often resulting in divine judgment.
listenשָׁמַע
shama' · Hebrew Verb
The act of giving heed, paying attention, or obeying; it implies a responsive heart that aligns its behavior with the spoken word of God.
trustבָּטַח
batach · Hebrew Verb
The act of relying on something or someone for security, safety, or hope; in a biblical context, it is often warned against when placed in anything other than God Himself (e.g., temples, wealth, or national status).
cast outשָׁלַךְ
shalak · Hebrew Verb
The removal or exclusion of someone from the presence, favor, or protective care of God; it signifies the consequences of covenant disobedience.
offspringזֶרַע
zera' · Hebrew Noun
Descendants or progeny; the physical or spiritual line that follows a person or group, often carrying the legacy or consequences of their ancestors' actions.