עַנְוָה

ʻanvâh · /an-vaw'/

Number

H6037

Language

Hebrew

Original word

עַנְוָה

Transliteration

ʻanvâh

Pronunciation

an-vaw'

KJV occurrences

2 verses

Definition

mildness (royal); also (concretely) oppressed

KJV: gentleness, meekness.

Root / derivation: feminine of H6035 (עָנָו);

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered עַנְוָה across 2 verses.

gentleness1×

meekness1×

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.

And in thy majesty ride prosperously because of truth and meekness and righteousness; and thy right hand shall teach thee terrible things.

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);