Psalms 37:1 — Word Study
WLCאַל־ תִּתְחַ֥ר בַּמְּרֵעִ֑ים אַל־ תְּ֝קַנֵּ֗א בְּעֹשֵׂ֥י עַוְלָֽה׃
BSAOf DavidDâvid Do notʼal [refrain from, cease] fret overchârâh▸ [be angry, incensed] those who do evilrâʻaʻ [commit, practice, wrong, injustice] do notʼal [stop, refrain from] envyqânâʼ▸ [be jealous of, resent] those who doʻâsâh [perform, carry out] wrongʻevel [iniquity, unrighteousness]
| Greek | English | Parsing |
|---|---|---|
| אַל־ | may not | Particle |
| תִּתְחַ֥ר | you fret yourself | Verb, Hithpael, jussive second person masculine singular |
| בַּמְּרֵעִ֑ים | in the evil-doers | Preposition, verb hiphil participle (active) masculine plural |
| אַל־ | may not | Particle |
| תְּ֝קַנֵּ֗א | you be jealous | Verb, Piel, jussive second person masculine singular |
| בְּעֹשֵׂ֥י | of [those who] do | Preposition, verb qal participle (active) masculine plural common |
| עַוְלָֽה׃ | unrighteousness | Noun common, feminine singular absolute |
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| BSB | Do not fret over those who do evil; do not envy those who do wrong. |
| KJV | Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity. |
| ASV | Fret not thyself because of evil-doers, Neither be thou envious against them that work unrighteousness. |
| YLT | By David. Do not fret because of evil doers, Be not envious against doers of iniquity, |
| WEB | Don’t fret because of evildoers, neither be envious against those who work unrighteousness. |
| BBE | Do not be angry because of the wrongdoers, or have envy of the workers of evil. |
Translations agree on the core message of the verse, emphasizing the emotional responses to wrongdoers.
The sentence comprises a main clause with two negated verb phrases, emphasizing the dual warnings against fretting and envying.
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Deep Study — Psalms 37:1
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Context — Wisdom on Dealing with Evilgenerated
Psalm 37:1 advises against fretting or envying those who commit evil. The psalm contrasts the fate of the wicked with the blessings of the righteous, encouraging trust in the Lord and a focus on good deeds. This theme is common in wisdom literature, where the righteous are reminded to remain steadfast in their integrity despite the apparent success of the wicked.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psalm 37:7 | Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for Him; do not fret when men prosper in their ways, when they carry out wicked schemes. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 1:6–8 | Because the LORD had closed Hannah’s womb, her rival would provoke her and taunt her viciously. |
| 3 | Proverbs 19:3 | A man’s own folly subverts his way, yet his heart rages against the LORD. |
| 4 | Proverbs 24:1–19 | Do not envy wicked men or desire their company; |
| 5 | Psalm 73:3 | For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked. |
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge — 9 references, hung on the phrase they belong to
The Key Word — תִּתְחַ֥ר, tit.Chargenerated
The verb תִּתְחַ֥ר (tit.Char) is in the Hithpael stem, indicating a reflexive action — to fret oneself. It conveys a sense of being incensed or very angry, suggesting that one should not allow such emotions to take hold.
This word captures the intense emotional response to perceived injustice, and its use here warns against letting anger dictate one's actions or thoughts.
How Translations Differ — measured against the Berean Standard Biblegenerated
This study reads the verse in the Berean Standard Bible, so the BSB is the wording every comparison below is made against.
Sentence Structuregenerated
The main clause is governed by the verb תִּתְחַ֥ר, you fret yourself, which is negated by the particle אַל, may not. Two phrases follow, both beginning with אַל, indicating further prohibitions: you be jealous and of those who do.
The structure emphasizes the dual warnings against fretting and envying, both linked to the actions of the wicked, thereby reinforcing the psalmist's message.
Septuagint Backgroundgenerated
In the Septuagint, the Hebrew תִּתְחַ֥ר is rendered as δαυιδ, which can imply a broader sense of being incensed or angry. This choice reflects an interpretation that captures the emotional weight of the original Hebrew.
The Greek translation maintains the focus on the emotional responses to evil-doers, aligning with the Hebrew intent but also adapting it for a Hellenistic audience.
In plain words — the whole versegenerated
Psalm 37:1 tells us not to be angry or jealous of those who do wrong. Instead, it encourages us to focus on our own actions and trust in God, reminding us that the wicked will not prosper in the long run.
Frequently Asked Questionsgenerated
To fret means to feel anxious or angry about the actions of those who do wrong, which the psalmist advises against.
Envying those who do wrong can lead to negative emotions and actions, distracting us from our own integrity and trust in God.
Trusting in the Lord is presented as a source of strength and guidance, encouraging believers to focus on goodness rather than the apparent success of the wicked.
This verse aligns with themes found in other wisdom literature, which often contrasts the fate of the righteous and the wicked, urging believers to remain steadfast in their faith.
Reflection Questionsgenerated
- In what situations have I felt tempted to fret over the actions of others?
- How can I cultivate a mindset that focuses on trust in God rather than envy of others?
- What are some practical ways to respond positively when I see injustice around me?
- How can I remind myself of the ultimate fate of the wicked as described in this psalm?
The early church on this verse — how the Fathers read it
Early Church Fathers comment on this verse, discussing the dangers of envy and the importance of maintaining integrity in the face of wrongdoing.
He says, 'Do not envy among the envious, nor have you imitated those who do evil.' First, let us learn what it means to imitate; the power of this word is less in Latin than in Greek. For we read both good imitation and bad imitation.Early Church Fathers on Psalms 37 →
Not infrequently good people, seeing others arrive at riches and honors by fraud and trickery, become green with jealousy and want to imitate them.Early Church Fathers on Psalms 37 →
"Be not envious because of evil-doers, neither be envious against the workers of iniquity" [Psalms 37:1].Early Church Fathers on Psalms 37 →
Commentators on this verse — 8 expositors, verse by verse
Each of these wrote on Psalms 37:1 itself, not merely on the chapter around it.
John Gill1697–1771Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleFret not thyself because of evildoers,.... The saints may be grieved at them and for them, because of their evil doings, and may be angry with them for them; yet are not to show any undue warmth, at
Read John Gill on Psalms 37 →Robert Jamieson1802–1880Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown's CommentaryFret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.
Read Robert Jamieson on Psalms 37 →Matthew Poole1624–1679Matthew Poole's Commentary on the Holy BiblePsalms 37 THE The design of this Psalm is to defend the providence of God, and to satisfy the minds of men in that great question, concerning the seeming inequality of God’ s dispensations, in afflicting good men, and giving prosperity to the worst of men; and to instruct God’ s people how to demean themselves in their present condition, and what supports and comforts they have in it. The psalmist persuadeth to patience and confidence in God, ; and showeth the different state of the godly and wicked in all their dealings, . Fret not thyself, give not way to immoderate grief, or anger, or impatience, because of evil-doers; because they prosper in their wicked enterprises, whilst thou art…
Read Matthew Poole on Psalms 37 →John Trapp1601–1669Trapp's Complete Commentary on the Old and New TestamentsPsalms 37:1 « [A Psalm] of David. » Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.Ver. 1. Fret not thyself because of evil-doers] Who prosper in the world when better men suffer many times. This made good David sick of the fret, as himself testifieth, Psalms 73:14-16, till better informed and settled, by repairing to the sanctuary, Psalms 73:17. He wrote this thirty-seventh psalm for the good of God’ s people; lest they, being scandalized in like manner, and stumbling at the same stone that he had done, should want direction, and so fall into inconvenience, temptation, and a snare. David was old when he wrote this psalm, as appeareth, Psalms…
Read John Trapp on Psalms 37 →Charles John Ellicott1819–1905Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers(1) Fret . . .—This verb, repeated in Psalms 37:7-8, is found besides only in Proverbs 24:19. Its meaning is to heat or inflame oneself.Neither be thou envious . . .—This has a similar root-meaning (comp. our “burn with jealousy”), and so is in close parallelism with “fret.” This verse occurs almost word for word in Proverbs 3:31; Proverbs 23:16; Proverbs 24:1. and Psalms 73:3.
Read Charles John Ellicott on Psalms 37 →AdamClarkeAdam Clarke's Commentary on the BiblePSALM XXXVII Godly directions for those who are in adversity not to envy the prosperity of the wicked, because it is superficial, and of short duration, 1-22; to put their confidence in God, and live to his glory, as this is the sure way to be happy in this life, and in that which is to come, 23-40. NOTES ON PSALM XXXVII In the title this Psalm is attributed to David by the Hebrew, and by most of the Versions: but it is more likely it was intended as an instructive and consoling ode for the captives in Babylon, who might feel themselves severely tempted when they saw those idolaters in prosperity; and themselves, who worshipped the true God, in affliction and slavery. They are comforted…
Read AdamClarke on Psalms 37 →CambridgeThe Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges1–11. Warnings and counsels for times of temptation.
Read Cambridge on Psalms 37 →Albert Barnes1798–1870Barnes' Notes on the BibleFret not thyself - The Hebrew word here means properly to burn, to be kindled, to be inflamed, and is often applied to anger, as if under its influence we become “heated:” Genesis 31:36; Genesis
Read Albert Barnes on Psalms 37 →The verse in English, compared — 17 translations, and where they part company
Every translation on this page is a decision someone had to make and commit to. Read down a column and you see one translator's judgement; read across a row and you see the range the Greek actually allows. The BSB is the wording the rest of this page is measured against, so it is listed first.
Modern formal
Do not fret over those who do evil; do not envy those who do wrong.
Don’t fret because of evildoers, neither be envious against those who work unrighteousness.
Of David. Do not fret over those who do evil; do not envy those who do wrong.
Do not fret when wicked men seem to succeed! Do not envy evildoers!
Tyndale line
Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.
Fret not thyself because of evil-doers, Neither be thou envious against them that work unrighteousness.
Fret not thyself because of evil-doers, neither be thou envious against them that work unrighteousness.
A Psalm of David. Fret not thyself because of evil doers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.
A Psalme of David. Fret not thy selfe because of the wicked men, neither be enuious for the euill doers.
Strictly literal
Fret not thyself because of evil-doers, and be not envious of them that work unrighteousness;
By David. Do not fret because of evil doers, Be not envious against doers of iniquity,
BY DAVID. [ALEPH-BET] Do not fret because of evildoers, || Do not be envious against doers of iniquity,
“Of David.” Do not fret thyself because of the evil-doers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.
Do not be irritated because of evildoers; do not be envious of those who act unrighteously.
From the Latin
A psalm for David, for a remembrance of the sabbath.
Simplified
Don't be upset over wicked people, or be jealous of those who do wrong.
Do not be angry because of the wrongdoers, or have envy of the workers of evil.
Counted from the translations carried on this site, not from a survey of every English Bible. A rendering shared by many versions is usually inherited rather than independently arrived at — the Tyndale line in particular runs through most of them.
The sentence as the grammar sees it — from the MACULA Hebrew treebank
This is not our own analysis: it is the scholarly syntax tree for the verse, showing how the clause actually holds together.
Boxes are the grammarian's groupings — clause, noun phrase, prepositional phrase.
The four witnesses to this verse — Masoretic, Septuagint, Samaritan, Qumran
The Masoretic Text and the Septuagint align closely in their wording, with all seven Hebrew words matched in the Greek translation. The Dead Sea Scrolls show some restoration but agree with the overall message of the verse, emphasizing the prohibition against fretting and envying.
אַל־ תִּתְחַ֥ר בַּמְּרֵעִ֑ים אַל־ תְּ֝קַנֵּ֗א בְּעֹשֵׂ֥י עַוְלָֽה׃
7 of the 7 words are matched. This is the word-by-word correspondence, not the Septuagint's own sentence — its word order and its articles are its own.
לדויד אל [תתחר] [במרעים] אל תקנא בעשי [עולה]
2 words on the leather — 3 partly restored, 3 supplied entire by an editor.
Four traditions, not one. “On the leather” means the letters physically survive on the scroll, as against letters an editor has supplied to fill a hole in it — a restoration is a scholar’s reading, not a reading of the manuscript. Words in [square brackets] are supplied; the notes count them apart from what survives.
The map of this verse — what each word keeps company with
This is a map of two things, both counted rather than judged. Company kept: which words stand within three words of each of these, anywhere in the Hebrew Bible — the thicker the line, the more often the pair meet compared with chance. Built from: the words a word is made out of, taken from its own Strong’s entry. It is not a map of meaning: nothing here claims two words mean the same thing. Click any circle to see the numbers behind it.
Lexicons — every word in Psalms 37:1
One dossier per word, with every reference work grouped by kind — Hebrew lexicons, morphology, Bible dictionaries, topical chains and the English of the translators themselves. The verse sits at the head of each block with the word under study lit, so you never lose your place. The panel above gives the short answer; this is the long one, and it is the part of the page worth indexing.
Every entry below is the lexicographer's own text. On the Hebrew: Brown-Driver-Briggs entire and its gloss set, Strong's Hebrew Dictionary, and Tyndale House's Translators Brief lexicon. Where a cell says a work has no entry, that work genuinely has none for this word.
אַל (al) is a negative particle meaning 'not' or 'no,' often used to express a wish or prohibition rather than an objective fact. It can also function as a noun meaning 'nothing.' The lexicons highlight its use in various contexts, including deprecative forms, but do not show significant disagreement.
אַל adv. of negation, denying however, not objectively as a fact, but subjectively as a wish, expressing therefore a deprecation or prohibition
base
H408 אַל adv. of negation, denying however, not objectively as a fact, but subjectively as a wish, expressing therefore a deprecation or prohibition
408 'al al
a negative particle (akin to 3808); not (the qualified
negation, used as a deprecative); once (Job 24:25) as a noun,
nothing:--nay, neither, + never, no ,nor, not, nothing
(worth), rather than.
see HEBREW for 03808
אַל (al) — not.
1) not, no, nor, neither, nothing (as wish or preference)
1a) do not, let not (with a verb)
1b) let there not be (with a verb understood)
1c) not, no (with substantive)
1d) nothing (as substantive)
Aramaic equivalent: al (אַל "not" H0409)
Part — ParticleHTn
חָרָה (charah) is a Hebrew verb meaning to burn or be kindled, particularly in the context of anger or zeal. It encompasses various forms, including to glow, grow warm, or become incensed. The entries indicate its use in different stems, such as Qal (to burn), Niphal (to be angry), and Hiphil (to kindle). The lexicons do not present significant disagreement.
חָרָה vb. burn, be kindled, of anger
Qal
of man
of God
Niph. be angry with
Hiph. burned with zeal (?) in repairing; and kindled his anger against me
Hithp. heat oneself in vexation.—The foll. forms are somewhat dub.: how canst thou hotly contend (in a race) with the horses?; because thou strivest eagerly (to excel) in cedar
base
H2734 חָרָה burn, be kindled, of anger
2734 charah khaw-raw'
a primitive root (compare 2787); to glow or grow warm;
figuratively (usually) to blaze up, of anger, zeal,
jealousy:--be angry, burn, be displeased, X earnestly, fret
self, grieve, be (wax) hot, be incensed, kindle, X very, be
wroth. See 8474.
see HEBREW for 02787
see HEBREW for 08474
חָרָה (cha.rah) — to be incensed.
1) to be hot, furious, burn, becomeangry, be kindled
1a) (Qal) to burn, kindle (anger)
1b) (Niphal) to be angry with, be incensed
1c) (Hiphil) to burn, kindle
1d) (Hithpael) to heat oneself in vexation
V-Hithpael-Juss-2ms — Verb · Hithpael · jussive second person masculine singularHVtj2ms
רָעַע (ra`a`) is a Hebrew verb with meanings related to being evil or breaking. It encompasses a range of concepts from moral wickedness to physical shattering. The entries indicate that it can refer to causing harm or injury, as well as being displeasing or sad. There is a notable distinction in the lexicons regarding its use in ethical contexts versus physical breaking.
[רָעַע] 98 vb. denom. be evil, bad
Qal
be displeasing
be sad
be injurious, evil
be evil, wicked, ethically
Niph. suffer hurt
Hiph. 70
do an injury, hurt
do evil, wickedly
base
[רָעַע] vb. break
Qal
trans. can one break iron, iron out of the north ?
intrans. break = be broken
Hithpō‛. the earth is broken asunder
base
H7489a רָעַע vb. denom. be evil, bad H7489b רָעַע break
7489 ra`a` raw-ah'
a primitive root; properly, to spoil (literally, by breaking
to pieces); figuratively, to make (or be) good for nothing,
i.e. bad (physically, socially or morally):--afflict,
associate selves (by mistake for 7462), break (down, in
pieces), + displease, (be, bring, do) evil (doer, entreat,
man), show self friendly (by mistake for 7462), do harm, (do)
hurt, (behave self, deal) ill, X indeed, do mischief, punish,
still, vex, (do) wicked (doer, -ly), be (deal, do) worse.
see HEBREW for 07462
see HEBREW for 07462
רָעַע (ra.a) — be evil.
1) to be bad, be evil
1a)(Qal)
1a1) to be displeasing
1a2) to be sad
1a3) to be injurious, be evil
1a4) to be wicked, be evil (ethically)
1b) (Hiphil)
1b1) to do an injury or hurt
1b2) to do evil or wickedly
1b3) mischief (participle)
רָעַע (ra.a) — to shatter.
1) to break, shatter
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to break
1a2) broken (participle)
1a3) to be broken
1b) (Hithpolel) to be broken, be broken in pieces, be broken asunder
Prep | V-Hiphil — Preposition · verb hiphil participle (active) masculine pluralHRd/Vhrmpa
אַל (al) is a negative particle meaning 'not' or 'no,' often used to express a wish or prohibition rather than an objective fact. It can also function as a noun meaning 'nothing.' The lexicons highlight its use in various contexts, including deprecative forms, but do not show significant disagreement.
אַל adv. of negation, denying however, not objectively as a fact, but subjectively as a wish, expressing therefore a deprecation or prohibition
base
H408 אַל adv. of negation, denying however, not objectively as a fact, but subjectively as a wish, expressing therefore a deprecation or prohibition
408 'al al
a negative particle (akin to 3808); not (the qualified
negation, used as a deprecative); once (Job 24:25) as a noun,
nothing:--nay, neither, + never, no ,nor, not, nothing
(worth), rather than.
see HEBREW for 03808
אַל (al) — not.
1) not, no, nor, neither, nothing (as wish or preference)
1a) do not, let not (with a verb)
1b) let there not be (with a verb understood)
1c) not, no (with substantive)
1d) nothing (as substantive)
Aramaic equivalent: al (אַל "not" H0409)
Part — ParticleHTn
The Hebrew word קָנָא (qana') is a verb that conveys meanings related to jealousy and zeal. It can mean to be jealous, envious, or zealous, and can also imply provoking jealousy or anger. The entries highlight its use in different forms, particularly the Piel and Hiphil stems, indicating both personal feelings and actions that incite jealousy.
[קָנָא] vb. denom.
Pi. be jealous, zealous
be jealous of
be envious of
be zealous for
excite to jealous anger
Hiph. provoke to jealous anger
base
H7065 קָנָא vb. denom. Pi. be jealous, zealous
7065 qana' kaw-naw'
a primitive root; to be (causatively, make) zealous, i.e. (in
a bad sense) jealous or envious:--(be) envy(-ious), be (move
to, provoke to) jealous(-y), X very, (be) zeal(-ous).
קָנָא (qa.na) — be jealous.
1) to envy, be jealous, be envious, be zealous
1a) (Piel)
1a1) to be jealous of
1a2) to be envious of
1a3) to be zealous for
1a4) to excite to jealous anger
1b) (Hiphil) to provoke to jealous anger, cause jealousy
V-Piel-Juss-2ms — Verb · Piel · jussive second person masculine singularHVpj2ms
עָשָׂה (asah) is a Hebrew verb meaning to do or make, encompassing a wide range of actions such as producing, preparing, and observing. It can refer to both concrete and abstract activities, including making offerings and attending to tasks. The verb also has forms indicating passive meanings, such as being made or offered. Notably, the Piel form refers to pressing or squeezing.
עָשָׂה 2622 vb. do, make
Qal 2524
do (1560 t.)
deal with
oft. in phr. do kindness with
abs. act, act with effect
make (670 t.)
produce, yield
prepare, esp. of dressing and cooking food
make offering
attend to, put in order
observe, celebrate, religious festival
acquire property of various kinds
appoint priests
bring about of י׳’s effecting a deliverance
use
spend, pass, days of life
Niph.
97be done
be made, of concr. things
be produced from vine
be prepared, of food
be offered
be observed, passover
be used
Pu. I was made
base
[עָשָׂה] vb. Pi. press, squeeze
base
H6213a עָשָׂה do, make .. . do (1560 + t.)
. deal with
. oft. in phr. do kindness with
. abs. act, act with effect
. . make (670 + t.)
. produce, yield
. prepare, esp. of dressing and cooking food
. make offering
. attend to, put in order
. observe, celebrate, religious festival
. acquire property of various kinds
. appoint priests
. bring about of י׳’s effecting a deliverance
. use
. spend, pass, days of life
. . be done
. . be made, of concr. things
. be produced from vine
. be prepared, of food
. be offered
. be observed, passover
. be used
. I was made
H6213b עָשָׂה Pi. press, squeeze
6213 `asah aw-saw'
a primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and
widest application (as follows):--accomplish, advance,
appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth,
bruise, be busy, X certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal
(with), deck, + displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in)
execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, + feast, (fight-)ing man, +
finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go
about, govern, grant, great, + hinder, hold ((a feast)), X
indeed, + be industrious, + journey, keep, labour, maintain,
make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, + officer, pare,
bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure,
provide, put, requite, X sacrifice, serve, set, shew, X sin,
spend, X surely, take, X thoroughly, trim, X very, + vex, be
(warr-)ior, work(-man), yield, use.
עָשָׂה (a.sah) — to make: do.
: do/perform
1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to do, work, make, produce
1a1a) to do
1a1b) to work
1a1c) to deal (with)
1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect
1a2) to make
1a2a) to make
1a2b) to produce
1a2c) to prepare
1a2d) to make (an offering)
1a2e) to attend to, put in order
1a2f) to observe, celebrate
1a2g) to acquire (property)
1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute
1a2i) to bring about
1a2j) to use
1a2k) to spend, pass
1b) (Niphal)
1b1) to be done
1b2) to be made
1b3) to be produced
1b4) to be offered
1b5) to be observed
1b6) to be used
1c) (Pual) to be made
עָשָׂה (a.sah) — to press.
(Piel) to press, squeeze
עָשָׂה (a.sah) — to make.
: make(OBJECT)
1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to do, work, make, produce
1a1a) to do
1a1b) to work
1a1c) to deal (with)
1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect
1a2) to make
1a2a) to make
1a2b) to produce
Prep | V-Qal — Preposition · verb qal participle (active) masculine plural commonHR/Vqrmpc
The Hebrew word עָ֫וֶל (*evel*) and its variant עַוְלָה (*avlah*) both denote concepts of injustice and unrighteousness. They encompass moral evil, including violent deeds and wrongful speech. The entries highlight their usage as nouns, with no significant disagreement among lexicons.
עָ֫וֶל n.m. injustice, unrighteousness
base
עַוְלָה n.f. injustice, unrighteousness, wrong
base
H5766a עָ֫וֶל injustice, unrighteousness H5766b עַוְלָה injustice, unrighteousness, wrong
5766 `evel eh'-vel
or lavel {aw'-vel}; and (feminine) lavlah {av-law'}; or owlah
{o-law'}; or .olah {o-law'}; from 5765; (moral)
evil:--iniquity, perverseness, unjust(-ly),
unrighteousness(-ly); wicked(-ness).
see HEBREW for 05765
עָ֫וֶל (e.vel) — injustice.
injustice, unrighteousness
Another spelling of av.lah (עַוְלָה "injustice" H5766B)
עַוְלָה (av.lah) — injustice.
1) injustice, unrighteousness, wrong
1a) violent deeds of injustice
1b) injustice (of speech)
1c) injustice (generally)
N-cs — Noun common · feminine singular absoluteHNcfsa