Strong's H3933 · Hebrew
לַעַג
laʻag · /lah'-ag/
Definition
derision, scoffing
KJV: derision, scorn (-ing).
Root / derivation: from H3932 (לָעַג);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered לַעַג across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Psalms3 verses
Thou makest us a reproach to our neighbours, a scorn and a derision to them that are round about us.
Psalms 79:4We are become a reproach to our neighbours, a scorn and derision to them that are round about us.
Psalms 123:4Our soul is exceedingly filled with the scorning of those that are at ease, and with the contempt of the proud.
Ezekiel2 verses
Thus saith the Lord GOD; Thou shalt drink of thy sister's cup deep and large: thou shalt be laughed to scorn and had in derision; it containeth much.
Ezekiel 36:4Therefore, ye mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord GOD; Thus saith the Lord GOD to the mountains, and to the hills, to the rivers, and to the valleys, to the desolate wastes, and to the cities that are forsaken, which became a prey and derision to the residue of the heathen that are round about; rivers: or, bottoms, or, dales
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H3933 (laʻag) mean?
derision, scoffing
How many times does H3933 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H3933 (לַעַג) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “derision.”
How is laʻag translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H3933 is rendered as “derision” (3×), “scorn” (2×), “scorning” (2×).
Where does the Hebrew word לַעַג come from?
from H3932 (לָעַג);