מִגְדָּל
mig.dal
Tower (Of the Ovens)
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word 'migdal' (H4026I) refers to a tower, specifically one mentioned in a proper name context, likely related to a person's name. This usage implies that the tower holds significant personal or identity-related meaning. Since the word 'migdal' is only mentioned once in the Bible, its usage is highly contextual and localized. Its connection to a proper name, possibly "Tower of the Ovens," suggests a unique, individualized application. This limited scope means the term's meaning is closely tied to the narrative or event in which it appears. Given the rare occurrence and personal association, 'migdal' does not have a broad or abstract range of usage. Its significance is most likely tied to the specific individual or group it represents, rather than conveying a general concept or idea.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text