מָעַי
ma.ay
Maai
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word "ma.ay" (H4597) is a proper name, specifically a person's name. It appears only once in the Bible, indicating that it is a unique and individual name. The short definition "Maai" is likely the correct pronunciation of the name. Given its limited occurrence, the range of usage for "ma.ay" is restricted to a single instance in the biblical text. Therefore, its significance lies in its association with the person or individual it represents. Without further context, it is impossible to determine the specific characteristics or traits of the person named "Maai." However, as a proper name, it serves as a identifier and a connection to the individual's story or circumstances.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text