The meaning of “מִרְמָס”
Understanding mirmâç reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
tread (down) -ing, (to be) trodden (down) under foot. - abasement (the act or the thing) 1) trampling place, trampling 1...
מִרְמָס
tread (down) -ing, (to be) trodden (down) under foot. - abasement (the act or the thing) 1) trampling place, trampling 1a) trampling place 1b) trampling
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Isaiah 7:25 | “And on all hills that shall be digged with the mattock, there shall not come thither the fear of briers and thorns: but it shall be for the sending forth of oxen, and for the treading of lesser cattle. ” Word: מִרְמָס (mirmâç) | |
| Ezekiel 34:19 | “And as for my flock, they eat that which ye have trodden with your feet; and they drink that which ye have fouled with your feet.” Word: מִרְמָס (mirmâç) | |
| Daniel 8:13 | “Then I heard one saint speaking, and another saint said unto that certain saint which spake, How long shall be the vision concerning the daily sacrifice, and the transgression of desolation, to give both the sanctuary and the host to be trodden under foot?” Word: מִרְמָס (mirmâç) | |
| Micah 7:10 | “Then she that is mine enemy shall see it, and shame shall cover her which said unto me, Where is the Lord thy God? mine eyes shall behold her: now shall she be trodden down as the mire of the streets.” Word: מִרְמָס (mirmâç) |