Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מַטְבֵּחַ”
Understanding maṭbêach reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
slaughter. - slaughter 1) slaughtering place, slaughter
H4293
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מַטְבֵּחַ
Phoneticmat-bay'-akh
Transliterationmaṭbêach
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
slaughter. - slaughter 1) slaughtering place, slaughter
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Isaiah 14:21 | “Prepare slaughter for his children for the iniquity of their fathers; that they do not rise, nor possess the land, nor fill the face of the world with cities.” Word: מַטְבֵּחַ (maṭbêach) |