Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מָלַק”
Understanding mâlaq reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
wring off. - to crack a joint - by implication, to wring the neck of afowl (without separating it) 1) (Qal) to nip, nip ...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מָלַק
Phoneticmaw-lak'
Transliterationmâlaq
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
wring off. - to crack a joint - by implication, to wring the neck of afowl (without separating it) 1) (Qal) to nip, nip off (head of a bird)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Leviticus 1:15 | “And the priest shall bring it unto the altar, and wring off his head, and burn it on the altar; and the blood thereof shall be wrung out at the side of the altar:” Word: מָלַק (mâlaq) | |
| Leviticus 5:8 | “And he shall bring them unto the priest, who shall offer that which is for the sin offering first, and wring off his head from his neck, but shall not divide it asunder:” Word: מָלַק (mâlaq) |