Word Study
The meaning of “מָשִׁיחַ”
Understanding mâshîyach reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
H4899
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מָשִׁיחַ
Phoneticmaw-shee'-akh
Transliterationmâshîyach
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
anointed, Messiah. - anointed - usually a consecrated person (as a king, priest, or saint) - specifically, the Messiah 1) anointed, anointed one 1a) of the Messiah, Messianic prince 1b) of the king of Israel 1c) of the high priest of Israel 1d) of Cyrus 1e) of the patriarchs as anointed kings
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
38 total references
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
38x
Most Frequent Book
1 Samuel
Book Distribution
Leviticus4
1 Samuel11
2 Samuel6
1 Chronicles1
2 Chronicles1
Psalms10
Isaiah1
Lamentations1
Daniel2
Habakkuk1
Devotional Reflection
How does the original Hebrew meaning of 'מָשִׁיחַ' deepen your understanding of Leviticus 4:16?