מַבְלִיגִית
mav.li.git
cheer
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word מַבְלִיגִית (mav.li.git) is translated as "cheer" in a single occurrence in the Bible. The definition suggests an expression of joy or delight, likely involving vocalization or outward manifestation of a positive emotional state. Given its solitary appearance in the biblical text, this word does not seem to be part of a common vocabulary, making its usage potentially idiomatic or context-dependent. The translation of "cheer" implies a strong, possibly even noisy or audible, expression of happiness. This could be a way of expressing relief, triumph, or satisfaction in a particular situation. The significance of this word lies in its representation of a genuine emotional response, rather than a general term for happiness. Its uniqueness in the biblical text highlights its distinctiveness in conveying a particular type of joy or celebration.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text