Biblica Analytica
H4541B Hebrew

מַסֵּכָה

mas.se.khah

veil

Lexicon Entry

Definition
veil
Transliteration
mas.se.khah
Strong's Number
H4541B
Occurrences
2
Semantic Domain
Clothing & Textile

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

What Original Readers Understood

Explored

The Hebrew word מַסֵּכָה (mas.se.khah) is defined as a "veil." It falls within the semantic domain of Clothing & Textile, indicating its connection to items worn or used for covering. This word appears only twice in the Bible, suggesting its limited scope and specific context of use. Given its definition and domain, the word likely refers to a physical covering or shroud that conceals or obscures something. Its significance may lie in its role as a symbol of separation, concealment, or modesty. Without more context, it is difficult to determine the exact nature or purpose of the veil in these two instances. However, its limited usage and specific definition suggest that it is a distinct concept within the biblical narrative.

Source data & methodology
Strong's
H4541B
Lemma
מַסֵּכָה
Transliteration
mas.se.khah
Definition
veil
Occurrences
2
Model
workers-ai
Prompt version
1

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Occurrences in Scripture

2 total occurrences across the text