often occurs as an antonym of “righteous” (ṣedeq, cf. 1:3). It is sometimes a legal term but more often a general reference to evil thoughts, actions, or words. Further, the “mouth” (ḥikî) of wisdom will “speak [hagâ] truth.” The noun ḥek regularly indicates the “mouth,” the organ of speech. The verb hagâ, “to mutter, meditate, devise,” signifies inward meditation as well as an utterance going forth from the mouth. The verb occurs primarily in poetical contexts to indicate a repetitive sound or