Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מָרַח”
Understanding mârach reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
lay for a plaister. - properly, to soften by rubbing or pressure - hence (medicinally) to apply as an emollient 1) (Qal)...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מָרַח
Phoneticmaw-rakh'
Transliterationmârach
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
lay for a plaister. - properly, to soften by rubbing or pressure - hence (medicinally) to apply as an emollient 1) (Qal) to rub
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Isaiah 38:21 | “For Isaiah had said, Let them take a lump of figs, and lay it for a plaister upon the boil, and he shall recover.” Word: מָרַח (mârach) |