Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מָגַר”
Understanding mâgar reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
cast down, terror. - to yield up - intensively, to precipitate 1) to throw, cast, toss 1a) (Qal) to be thrown 1b) (Piel)...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מָגַר
Phoneticmaw-gar'
Transliterationmâgar
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
cast down, terror. - to yield up - intensively, to precipitate 1) to throw, cast, toss 1a) (Qal) to be thrown 1b) (Piel) to hurl
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Psalms 89:44 | “Thou hast made his glory to cease, and cast his throne down to the ground.” Word: מָגַר (mâgar) | |
| Ezekiel 21:12 | “Cry and howl, son of man: for it shall be upon my people, it shall be upon all the princes of Israel: terrors by reason of the sword shall be upon my people: smite therefore upon thy thigh.” Word: מָגַר (mâgar) |