Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מַשְׁחֵת”
Understanding mashchêth reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
for מַשְׁחִית destroying. - destruction 1) ruin, destruction
H4892
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מַשְׁחֵת
Phoneticmash-khayth'
Transliterationmashchêth
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
for מַשְׁחִית destroying. - destruction 1) ruin, destruction
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Ezekiel 9:1 | “He cried also in mine ears with a loud voice, saying, Cause them that have charge over the city to draw near, even every man with his destroying weapon in his hand.” Word: מַשְׁחֵת (mashchêth) |