Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מֶרְקָחָה”
Understanding merqâchâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
feminine of מֶרְקָח pot of ointment, [idiom] well. - abstractly, a seasoning (with spicery) - concretely, an unguentkett...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מֶרְקָחָה
Phoneticmer-kaw-khaw'
Transliterationmerqâchâh
Grammar Code
H:N-F
Hebrew Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
feminine of מֶרְקָח pot of ointment, [idiom] well. - abstractly, a seasoning (with spicery) - concretely, an unguentkettle (for preparing spiced oil) 1) a seasoning, compounding, spice-seasoning 2) ointment pot
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Job 41:31 | “He maketh the deep to boil like a pot: he maketh the sea like a pot of ointment.” Word: מֶרְקָחָה (merqâchâh) | |
| Ezekiel 24:10 | “Heap on wood, kindle the fire, consume the flesh, and spice it well, and let the bones be burned.” Word: מֶרְקָחָה (merqâchâh) |