לָשַׁן

la.shanto slanderHow to read Hebrew
hebrewOld TestamentVerb2 occurrences2 books2 verses

Definition

a primitive root; properly, to lick; but used only as a denominative from H3956; to wag the tongue, i.e. to calumniate
Traditional renderings: accuse, slander.

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

2 total
  1. Psalm 101:5מְלוֹשְׁנִי · Whoever slanders
    Whoever slanders his neighbor in secret, I will put to silence; the one with haughty eyes and a proud heart, I will not endure.
  2. Proverbs 30:10תַּלְשֵׁ֣ן · slander
    Do not slander a servant to his master, or he will curse you, and you will bear the guilt.