Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מַחְתֶּרֶת”
Understanding machtereth reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
breaking up, secret search. - a burglary - figuratively, unexpected examination 1) a breaking in, burglary
H4290
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מַחְתֶּרֶת
Phoneticmakh-teh'-reth
Transliterationmachtereth
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
breaking up, secret search. - a burglary - figuratively, unexpected examination 1) a breaking in, burglary
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Exodus 22:2 | “If a thief be found breaking up, and be smitten that he die, there shall no blood be shed for him.” Word: מַחְתֶּרֶת (machtereth) | |
| Jeremiah 2:34 | “Also in thy skirts is found the blood of the souls of the poor innocents: I have not found it by secret search, but upon all these.” Word: מַחְתֶּרֶת (machtereth) |