בִּין

binVerbH0995

to understand

From: a primitive root;

Short Definition

to separate mentally (or distinguish), i.e.(generally) understand

Full Lexicon Entry

  1. 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 times

Appears 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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