Strong's H5557 · Hebrew
סָלַף
çâlaph · /saw-laf'/
Definition
properly, to wrench, i.e. (figuratively) to subvert
KJV: overthrow, pervert.
Root / derivation: a primitive root;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered סָלַף across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Proverbs4 verses
Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner. the sinner: Heb. sin
Proverbs 19:3The foolishness of man perverteth his way: and his heart fretteth against the LORD.
Proverbs 21:12The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: but God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.
Proverbs 22:12The eyes of the LORD preserve knowledge, and he overthroweth the words of the transgressor. the words: or, the matters
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H5557 (çâlaph) mean?
properly, to wrench, i.e. (figuratively) to subvert
How many times does H5557 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H5557 (סָלַף) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “overthroweth.”
How is çâlaph translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H5557 is rendered as “overthroweth” (4×), “perverteth” (2×), “pervert” (1×).
Where does the Hebrew word סָלַף come from?
a primitive root;