Strong's H3948 · Hebrew
לֶקַח
leqach · /leh'-kakh/
Definition
properly, something received, i.e. (mentally) instruction (whether on the part of the teacher or hearer); also (in an active and sinister sense) inveiglement
KJV: doctrine, learning, fair speech.
Root / derivation: from H3947 (לָקַח);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered לֶקַח across 9 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
9 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Deuteronomy1 verse
Proverbs6 verses
A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:
Proverbs 4:2For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law.
Proverbs 7:21With her much fair speech she caused him to yield, with the flattering of her lips she forced him.
Proverbs 9:9Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.
Proverbs 16:21The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
Proverbs 16:23The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips. teacheth: Heb. maketh wise
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H3948 (leqach) mean?
properly, something received, i.e. (mentally) instruction (whether on the part of the teacher or hearer); also (in an active and sinister sense) inveiglement
How many times does H3948 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H3948 (לֶקַח) appears in 9 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “doctrine.”
How is leqach translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H3948 is rendered as “doctrine” (4×), “learning” (4×), “speech” (1×).
Where does the Hebrew word לֶקַח come from?
from H3947 (לָקַח);