Biblica Analytica
H4262 Hebrew

מַחְמֹד

mach.mud

desirable

Lexicon Entry

Definition
desirable
Transliteration
mach.mud
Strong's Number
H4262
Occurrences
1

Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

What Original Readers Understood

Explored

The Hebrew word "מַחְמֹד" (mach.mud) carries the short definition of "desirable." This one-of-its-kind appearance in the Bible suggests its specific meaning and context. The term connotes something highly appealing, worthy of desire, or pleasant. Given its unique occurrence, we can infer that "מַחְמֹד" denotes a value or quality that stands out among others, perhaps as a treasure or a prize. Without further context, its significance remains somewhat ambiguous; however, its classification as "desirable" implies a positive quality that has a particular allure. In summary, the Hebrew word "מַחְמֹד" represents a quality or attribute that is considered highly attractive, worthy of admiration, or something to be sought after. Its unique appearance in the Bible and singular definition leave its full implications open to interpretation.

Source data & methodology
Strong's
H4262
Lemma
מַחְמֹד
Transliteration
mach.mud
Definition
desirable
Occurrences
1
Model
groq
Prompt version
1

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Occurrences in Scripture

1 total occurrence across the text