Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מְכֵרָה”
Understanding mᵉkêrâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
probably from the same as כּוּר in the sense of stabbing habitation. - a sword 1) swords, weapons, devices 1a) meaning d...
H4380
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מְכֵרָה
Phoneticmek-ay-raw'
Transliterationmᵉkêrâh
Grammar Code
H:N-F
Hebrew Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
probably from the same as כּוּר in the sense of stabbing habitation. - a sword 1) swords, weapons, devices 1a) meaning dubious
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 49:5 | “Simeon and Levi are brethren; instruments of cruelty are in their habitations.” Word: מְכֵרָה (mᵉkêrâh) |