Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מַעֲשַׁקָּה”
Understanding maʻăshaqqâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
oppression, [idiom] oppressor. - oppression 1) extortionate deed, extortion
H4642
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מַעֲשַׁקָּה
Phoneticmah-ash-ak-kaw'
Transliterationmaʻăshaqqâh
Grammar Code
H:N-F
Hebrew Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
oppression, [idiom] oppressor. - oppression 1) extortionate deed, extortion
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Proverbs 28:16 | “The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.” Word: מַעֲשַׁקָּה (maʻăshaqqâh) | |
| Isaiah 33:15 | “He that walketh righteously, and speaketh uprightly; he that despiseth the gain of oppressions, that shaketh his hands from holding of bribes, that stoppeth his ears from hearing of blood, and shutteth his eyes from seeing evil;” Word: מַעֲשַׁקָּה (maʻăshaqqâh) |
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