Strong's H6037 · Hebrew
עַנְוָה
ʻanvâh · /an-vaw'/
Definition
mildness (royal); also (concretely) oppressed
KJV: gentleness, meekness.
Root / derivation: feminine of H6035 (עָנָו);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered עַנְוָה across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Psalms2 verses
Thou hast also given me the shield of thy salvation: and thy right hand hath holden me up, and thy gentleness hath made me great. thy gentleness: or, with thy meekness thou hast multiplied me
Psalms 45:4And in thy majesty ride prosperously because of truth and meekness and righteousness; and thy right hand shall teach thee terrible things. ride: Heb. prosper thou, ride thou
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H6037 (ʻanvâh) mean?
mildness (royal); also (concretely) oppressed
How many times does H6037 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H6037 (עַנְוָה) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “gentleness.”
How is ʻanvâh translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H6037 is rendered as “gentleness” (1×), “meekness” (1×).
Where does the Hebrew word עַנְוָה come from?
feminine of H6035 (עָנָו);