The meaning of “מָגַן”
Understanding mâgan reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
a denominative from מָגֵן deliver. - properly, to shield - encompass with - figuratively, to rescue, to hand safely over...
מָגַן
a denominative from מָגֵן deliver. - properly, to shield - encompass with - figuratively, to rescue, to hand safely over (i.e. surrender) 1) (Piel) to deliver up, give, deliver
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 14:20 | “And blessed be the most high God, which hath delivered thine enemies into thy hand. And he gave him tithes of all.” Word: מָגַן (mâgan) | |
| Proverbs 4:9 | “She shall give to thine head an ornament of grace: a crown of glory shall she deliver to thee.” Word: מָגַן (mâgan) | |
| Hosea 11:8 | “How shall I give thee up, Ephraim? how shall I deliver thee, Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? how shall I set thee as Zeboim? mine heart is turned within me, my repentings are kindled together.” Word: מָגַן (mâgan) |
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