מִסְתּוֹר (mis.tor)
mis.tor
shelter
H:N-MQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- H:N-M
Word Overview
The Hebrew noun mistor denotes a place of shelter or covering. It appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, in Isaiah 4:6, where it describes the protective canopy God provides over Mount Zion.
Derived from the root meaning "to hide" or "to cover," the word carries the sense of a safe refuge from exposure. In its sole occurrence, it refers to a booth or tabernacle that offers shade from the heat and protection from storms, symbolizing divine care for His people.
Translators typically render mistor as "shelter" or "covering," emphasizing its function as a place of safety rather than mere concealment. The image conveys God’s provision of security in a time of judgment, offering a tangible sign of hope and restoration for those who remain faithful.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word mistor appears only once in Scripture, yet it paints a vivid picture of God’s care. In Isaiah 4:6, it describes a shelter or covering that protects from the heat and storm. This is not just about physical comfort; it points to a deeper spiritual reality where God provides safety for those who trust in Him.
When life feels overwhelming, this image reminds us that we are not left exposed to every harsh wind. God offers a refuge, a place where we can find rest and security under His watchful eye. It is a promise that even in difficult times, He remains our protector and provider.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ for/ shelter1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- וּ/לְ/מִסְתּ֔וֹר1×
Key Verses
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Isaiah 4:6
There will be a pavilion for a shade in the daytime from the heat, and for a refuge and for a shelter from storm and from rain.
This verse uniquely uses mistor to describe the divine protection God provides over Mount Zion during a time of judgment.