שָׂטַן

sâṭan · /saw-tan'/

Number

H7853

Language

Hebrew

Original word

שָׂטַן

Transliteration

sâṭan

Pronunciation

saw-tan'

KJV occurrences

6 verses

Definition

to attack, (figuratively) accuse

KJV: (be an) adversary, resist.

Root / derivation: a primitive root;

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered שָׂטַן across 6 verses.

adversaries5×

resist1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Psalms5 verses

Psalms 38:20

They also that render evil for good are mine adversaries; because I follow the thing that good is.

Psalms 71:13

Let them be confounded and consumed that are adversaries to my soul; let them be covered with reproach and dishonour that seek my hurt.

Psalms 109:4

For my love they are my adversaries: but I give myself unto prayer.

Psalms 109:20

Let this be the reward of mine adversaries from the LORD, and of them that speak evil against my soul.

Psalms 109:29

Let mine adversaries be clothed with shame, and let them cover themselves with their own confusion, as with a mantle.

Zechariah1 verse

Zechariah 3:1

And he shewed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, and Satan standing at his right hand to resist him. Satan: that is, an adversary to: Heb. to be his adversary

Topics that use this word

Enemy Malice Prayerfulness Satan Slander Visions

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's H7853 (sâṭan) mean?

to attack, (figuratively) accuse

How many times does H7853 appear in the Bible?

Strong's H7853 (שָׂטַן) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “adversaries.”

How is sâṭan translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's H7853 is rendered as “adversaries” (5×), “resist” (1×).

Where does the Hebrew word שָׂטַן come from?

a primitive root;