The meaning of “מִגְדָּנָה”
Understanding migdânâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
precious thing, present. - preciousness, i.e. a gem 1) choice thing, excellent thing
מִגְדָּנָה
precious thing, present. - preciousness, i.e. a gem 1) choice thing, excellent thing
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 24:53 | “And the servant brought forth jewels of silver, and jewels of gold, and raiment, and gave them to Rebekah: he gave also to her brother and to her mother precious things.” Word: מִגְדָּנָה (migdânâh) | |
| 2 Chronicles 21:3 | “And their father gave them great gifts of silver, and of gold, and of precious things, with fenced cities in Judah: but the kingdom gave he to Jehoram; because he was the firstborn.” Word: מִגְדָּנָה (migdânâh) | |
| 2 Chronicles 32:23 | “And many brought gifts unto the Lord to Jerusalem, and presents to Hezekiah king of Judah: so that he was magnified in the sight of all nations from thenceforth.” Word: מִגְדָּנָה (migdânâh) | |
| Ezra 1:6 | “And all they that were about them strengthened their hands with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, and with beasts, and with precious things, beside all that was willingly offered.” Word: מִגְדָּנָה (migdânâh) |
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