The meaning of “מָשָׁל”
Understanding mâshâl reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
apparently from מָשַׁל in some original sense of superiority in mental action byword, like, parable, proverb. - properly...
מָשָׁל
apparently from מָשַׁל in some original sense of superiority in mental action byword, like, parable, proverb. - properly, a pithy maxim, usually of metaphorical nature - hence, a simile (as an adage, poem, discourse) 1) proverb, parable 1a) proverb, proverbial saying, aphorism 1b) byword 1c) similitude, parable 1d) poem 1e) sentences of ethical wisdom, ethical maxims
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Numbers 24:15 | “And he took up his parable, and said, Balaam the son of Beor hath said, and the man whose eyes are open hath said:” Word: מָשָׁל (mâshâl) | |
| 1 Samuel 24:13 | “As saith the proverb of the ancients, Wickedness proceedeth from the wicked: but mine hand shall not be upon thee.” Word: מָשָׁל (mâshâl) | |
| 2 Chronicles 7:20 | “Then will I pluck them up by the roots out of my land which I have given them; and this house, which I have sanctified for my name, will I cast out of my sight, and will make it to be a proverb and a byword among all nations.” Word: מָשָׁל (mâshâl) | |
| Psalms 69:11 | “I made sackcloth also my garment; and I became a proverb to them.” Word: מָשָׁל (mâshâl) | |
| Ecclesiastes 12:9 | “And moreover, because the preacher was wise, he still taught the people knowledge; yea, he gave good heed, and sought out, and set in order many proverbs.” Word: מָשָׁל (mâshâl) |