Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מְלִיצָה”
Understanding mᵉlîytsâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
interpretation, taunting. - an aphorism - also a satire 1) satire, mocking poem, mocking song, taunting, figure, enigma
H4426
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מְלִיצָה
Phoneticmel-ee-tsaw'
Transliterationmᵉlîytsâh
Grammar Code
H:N-F
Hebrew Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
interpretation, taunting. - an aphorism - also a satire 1) satire, mocking poem, mocking song, taunting, figure, enigma
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Proverbs 1:6 | “To understand a proverb, and the interpretation; the words of the wise, and their dark sayings.” Word: מְלִיצָה (mᵉlîytsâh) | |
| Habakkuk 2:6 | “Shall not all these take up a parable against him, and a taunting proverb against him, and say, Woe to him that increaseth that which is not his! how long? and to him that ladeth himself with thick clay!” Word: מְלִיצָה (mᵉlîytsâh) |
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