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The meaning of מַגְזֵרָה

Understanding magzêrâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

axe. - a cutting implement, i.e. a blade 1) axe, cutting instrument

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מַגְזֵרָה

Phoneticmag-zay-raw'
Transliterationmagzêrâh
Grammar Code
H:N-F
Hebrew Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

axe. - a cutting implement, i.e. a blade 1) axe, cutting instrument

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
2 Samuel 12:31

And he brought forth the people that were therein, and put them under saws, and under harrows of iron, and under axes of iron, and made them pass through the brickkiln: and thus did he unto all the cities of the children of Ammon. So David and all the people returned unto Jerusalem.

Word: מַגְזֵרָה (magzêrâh)

Usage Statistics

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Most Frequent Book
2 Samuel
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