KJV Word Help Library – Letter H
KJV Words Beginning With H
This section of the KJV Word Help Library focuses on words that begin with the letter [H]. Each word includes modern synonyms, a simple sentence to explain its meaning, and Bible verses that show how the word is used in Scripture. These definitions are designed to help you read the King James Bible with clarity and understanding, no matter your level of familiarity with older English.
LETTER H
1. Hale
Definition/Synonyms:
– drag, pull, bring by force, haul
Simple meaning: To pull or drag someone forcefully.
Verse Reference(s): (Luke 12:58; Acts 8:3)
2. Hap
Definition/Synonyms:
– chance, occurrence, event, happening
Simple meaning: Something that happens by chance or unexpectedly.
Verse Reference(s): (Ruth 2:3)
3. Hardiness
Definition/Synonyms:
– courage, boldness, toughness, firmness
Simple meaning: Strength or courage to endure difficulty.
Verse Reference(s): (Judges 9:4 – KJV margin/usage context; related word: hardy in Ezekiel 3:7)
4. Haste
Definition/Synonyms:
– hurry, speed, quickness, urgency
Simple meaning: To move quickly or act without delay.
Verse Reference(s): (Psalm 119:60; Luke 19:5)
5. Havock
Definition/Synonyms:
– destruction, ruin, devastation, damage
Simple meaning: Causing great destruction or harm.
Verse Reference(s): (Acts 8:3)
6. Hearken
Definition/Synonyms:
– listen, pay attention, heed, obey
Simple meaning: To listen carefully and respond.
Verse Reference(s): (Deuteronomy 28:1; Psalm 81:13)
7. Heathen
Definition/Synonyms:
– nations, unbelievers, Gentiles, pagans
Simple meaning: People who do not know or worship the true God.
Verse Reference(s): (Psalm 2:1; Matthew 6:7)
8. Heretic
Definition/Synonyms:
– one who causes division, false teacher
Simple meaning: A person who stubbornly teaches false beliefs.
Verse Reference(s): (Titus 3:10)
9. Hew
Definition/Synonyms:
– cut, chop, carve, shape
Simple meaning: To chop or cut something, usually with a tool.
Verse Reference(s): (Deuteronomy 9:21; Judges 6:28)
10. Hinder
Definition/Synonyms:
– obstruct, prevent, delay, hold back
Simple meaning: To cause delay or stop progress.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Thessalonians 2:18; Galatians 5:7)
11. Hither
Definition/Synonyms:
– here, to this place, toward here
Simple meaning: Meaning “to here” or “to this place.”
Verse Reference(s): (Genesis 45:9; John 4:15)
12. Hoary
Definition/Synonyms:
– gray-haired, aged, white-haired, old
Simple meaning: Having gray hair, often referring to age or wisdom.
Verse Reference(s): (Proverbs 16:31; Job 15:10)
13. Holpen
Definition/Synonyms:
– helped, aided, assisted, supported
Simple meaning: To be helped or strengthened by someone.
Verse Reference(s): (Luke 1:54; Exodus 18:4 – root word “help”)
14. Homage
Definition/Synonyms:
– honor, reverence, worship, respect
Simple meaning: Showing deep respect or honor to someone.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Chronicles 32:33 – implied concept; root idea used in Psalm 2:12 “Kiss the Son”)
15. Hortatory (root: exhort)
Definition/Synonyms:
– encouraging, urging, warning, advising
Simple meaning: Giving strong encouragement or urging someone to do right.
Verse Reference(s): (Hebrews 3:13; 1 Thessalonians 5:11 – related root “exhort”)
16. Hosanna
Definition/Synonyms:
– save now, praise, joyful cry
Simple meaning: A cry of praise and a call for salvation.
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 21:9; Psalm 118:25–26)
17. Host
Definition/Synonyms:
– army, multitude, large group, company
Simple meaning: A great number or an army of people or angels.
Verse Reference(s): (Luke 2:13; 1 Samuel 17:45)