Strong's Lexicon hathulim: Mockings, Jests Original Word: הָתֹל Word Origin: Derived from the root word תָּלַל (talal), which means to mock or to jest. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "hathulim," the concept of mockery can be found in the Greek New Testament. Strong's Greek 1702 (ἐμπαίζω, empaizo) means to mock or ridicule, as seen in passages like Matthew 27:29, where Jesus is mocked by the soldiers. Usage: The term "hathulim" refers to acts of mockery or jesting. It is used to describe behavior that involves making fun of or ridiculing others, often in a derisive or scornful manner. In the biblical context, such behavior is generally viewed negatively, as it can lead to discord and is contrary to the values of respect and love emphasized in Scripture. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, words and speech were considered powerful and significant. Mockery and jesting were not merely seen as harmless fun but could be perceived as damaging and disrespectful. The Hebrew Scriptures often caution against the misuse of words, emphasizing the importance of speaking truth and showing kindness. In a communal society, maintaining harmony and respect was crucial, and mockery could disrupt social cohesion. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom hathal Definition mockery NASB Translation mockers (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs הֲתֻלִֿים noun [masculine] plural mockery; — ׳אִםלֹֿא ה עִמָּדִי Job 17:2 truly mockery surroundeth me (De Di Da compare VB). מַהֲתַלּוֺת noun feminine plural deceptions; — Isaiah 30:10. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance mocker From hathal (only in plural collectively); a derision -- mocker. see HEBREW hathal Forms and Transliterations הֲ֭תֻלִים התלים hă·ṯu·lîm Hatulim hăṯulîmLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Job 17:2 HEB: אִם־ לֹ֣א הֲ֭תֻלִים עִמָּדִ֑י וּ֝בְהַמְּרוֹתָ֗ם NAS: Surely mockers are with me, And my eye KJV: [Are there] not mockers with me? and doth not mine eye INT: lo not mockers against their provocation 1 Occurrence |
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