מַחֲלוּי (mach.luy)
mach.luy
suffering
H:N-MQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- H:N-M
Word Overview
The Hebrew noun machaluy refers to a state of sickness or suffering, with a specific emphasis on pain caused by physical wounds. It describes the condition of being hurt or injured, focusing on the distress that results from bodily trauma rather than general illness.
This word appears only once in the Bible, in 2 Chronicles 24:25. The text records that conspirators attacked King Joash and inflicted machaluy upon him before his death. This single usage highlights its connection to violent injury and the resulting suffering of the victim.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The Hebrew word machaluy describes the deep distress that follows physical injury or violent trauma. It appears only once in Scripture, in 2 Chronicles 24:25, where it refers to the serious wounds inflicted upon King Joash by conspirators. This rare term highlights how sudden violence can shatter a life of service, leaving behind pain and vulnerability.
When we face suffering, whether from illness or harm, this word reminds us that our pain is seen. God does not ignore the brokenness of His people. Even in moments of deep hurt, we are held by a Father who understands grief. We can bring our physical and emotional wounds to Him, trusting that He cares for every tear and every scar.
May you find comfort in knowing that no suffering is hidden from God. He walks with us through valleys of pain and brings hope where there seems to be none. Rest in His presence, for He is near to the brokenhearted.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- with/ sicknesses1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- בְּ/מַחֲלוּיִ֣ם1×
Key Verses
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II Chronicles 24:25
When they had departed from him (for they left him seriously wounded), his own servants conspired against him for the blood of the sons of Jehoiada the priest, and killed him on his bed, and he died. They buried him in David’s city, but they didn’t bury him in the tombs of the kings.
This verse uses machaluy to describe the serious wounds inflicted on King Joash, highlighting the word's specific connection to violent injury and its tragic consequences.