Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מַחֲגֹרֶת”
Understanding machăgôreth reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
girding. - a girdle 1) wrapping, girding, sash, cincture
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מַחֲגֹרֶת
Phoneticmakh-ag-o'-reth
Transliterationmachăgôreth
Grammar Code
H:N-F
Hebrew Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
girding. - a girdle 1) wrapping, girding, sash, cincture
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Isaiah 3:24 | “And it shall come to pass, that instead of sweet smell there shall be stink; and instead of a girdle a rent; and instead of well set hair baldness; and instead of a stomacher a girding of sackcloth; and burning instead of beauty.” Word: מַחֲגֹרֶת (machăgôreth) |