(use). Exorbitant or unlawful interest for money loaned; but in a Bible sense the taking of any interest at all. The law of Moses prohibited Hebrews from exacting interest of one another on loans, though not of foreigners (Lev. 25:36-37; Deut. 23:19-20). Usury is severely denounced (Neh. 5:7,10; Psa. 15:5; Prov. 28:8; Ezek. 22:12).