בִּין
binVerbH0995
to understand
From: a primitive root;
Short Definition
to separate mentally (or distinguish), i.e.(generally) understand
Full Lexicon Entry
- to discern, understand, consider 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to perceive, discern 1a2) to understand, know (with the mind) 1a3) to observe, mark, give heed to, distinguish, consider 1a4) to have discernment, insight, understanding 1b) (Niphal) to be discerning, intelligent, discreet, have understanding 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to understand 1c2) to cause to understand, give understanding, teach 1d) (Hithpolel) to show oneself discerning or attentive, consider diligently 1e) (Polel) to teach, instruct 2) (TWOT) prudent, regard
Grammar
Part of Speech Verb
Morphology H:V
DescriptionHebrew Verb
Occurrences
153 timesAppears 153 times in the Old Testament. Top books include:
Proverbs
30
Job
23
Psalms
21
Isaiah
20
Daniel
19
Key Passages
- 1 Chronicles 15:22
- Daniel 8:23
- Isaiah 5:21
- Job 42:3
- Proverbs 21:29
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