Hebrew Word Study

The meaning of מִקְשֶׁה

Understanding miqsheh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

[idiom] well (set) hair. - something turned (rounded), i.e. a curl (of tresses) 1) turned work, well-dressed hair, well-...

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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance

מִקְשֶׁה

Phoneticmik-sheh'
Transliterationmiqsheh
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

[idiom] well (set) hair. - something turned (rounded), i.e. a curl (of tresses) 1) turned work, well-dressed hair, well-set hair, turner's work 1a) meaning uncertain; possible referring to artistry of the hairdo

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Isaiah 3:24

And it shall come to pass, that instead of sweet smell there shall be stink; and instead of a girdle a rent; and instead of well set hair baldness; and instead of a stomacher a girding of sackcloth; and burning instead of beauty.

Word: מִקְשֶׁה (miqsheh)

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Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Isaiah
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