מַדָּע
mad.da
knowledge
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word מַדָּע (mad.da) is defined as "knowledge." It falls under the semantic domain of Cognition & Perception, indicating its connection to understanding and awareness. This word appears 6 times in the Bible, which suggests a relatively limited but focused usage. The definition of "knowledge" itself gives us a clear idea of its meaning. It is not limited to intellectual or book-based knowledge, but instead represents a broad range of conscious understanding or awareness. This includes, but is not limited to, information gained through study, experience, or personal insight. The frequency and distribution of this word in the Bible suggest that "knowledge" is an important concept, but not necessarily a central theme. Its presence implies a recognition that understanding and awareness play a significant role in aspects of biblical teaching and narrative, such as wisdom, faith, and decision-making.
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Occurrences in Scripture
6 total occurrences across the text
Don’t curse the king, no, not in your thoughts; and don’t curse the rich in your bedroom: for a bird of the sky may carry your voice, and that which has wings may tell the matter.
Daniel 1:4youths in whom was no defect, but well-favored, and skillful in all wisdom, and endowed with knowledge, and understanding science, and who had the ability to stand in the king’s palace; and that he should teach them the learning and the language of the Chaldeans.
Daniel 1:17Now as for these four youths, God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom; and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams.
2 Chronicles 1:10Now give me wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people; for who can judge this great people of yours?”
2 Chronicles 1:11God said to Solomon, “Because this was in your heart, and you have not asked riches, wealth, honor, or the life of those who hate you, nor yet have you asked for long life; but have asked for wisdom and knowledge for yourself, that you may judge my people, over whom I have made you king,
2 Chronicles 1:12therefore wisdom and knowledge is granted to you. I will give you riches, wealth, and honor, such as none of the kings have had who have been before you had, and none after you will have.”