מַחְמֹד (mach.mud)
mach.mud
desirable
H:N-MQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
The noun mach.mud refers to something highly desirable or precious. It appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, marking a rare usage for this specific term. The word captures the essence of an object that is deeply coveted for its value and beauty.
In Lamentations 4:2, the text uses mach.mud to describe the people of Zion. They are called "precious" or "desirable," standing in stark contrast to their current state of suffering. This single occurrence highlights how cherished they once were before the destruction of Jerusalem.
The rarity of this word makes its appearance in Lamentations particularly significant. It serves as a poignant reminder of the city's former glory and the depth of its loss. The term underscores the emotional weight of the lament, emphasizing what has been tragically taken away.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word mach.mud appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, found in Lamentations 4:2. It describes the people of Zion as precious and deeply desirable. This rare term captures a sense of high value and beauty that stands in sharp contrast to their current suffering. The text uses this single occurrence to remind readers of what was lost when Jerusalem fell.
For your faith, this word offers a gentle hope. It recalls a time when God’s people were cherished and held in high esteem. Even in seasons of grief or loss, remembering that you are valued by God can bring comfort. The lament does not end in despair but points back to a truth: you are known and loved.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- precious things/ her1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- מַחֲמֻדֶ֔י/הָ1×