מְקֻצְעָה (me.quts.ah)
me.quts.ah
corner
H:N-FQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- H:N-F
Word Overview
The Hebrew noun mequtsah refers to a specific architectural feature: the inner corner of a structure, often understood as a corner buttress or post. Its root relates to cutting or trimming, suggesting the angle formed where two walls meet and are squared off. This term appears only twice in the Bible, both times within the detailed instructions for building the Tabernacle in Exodus (25:12 and 26:28).
In these contexts, mequtsah describes the vertical supports that reinforced the inner corners of the sanctuary’s framework. Rather than referring to a general corner, it points to the structural element that held the walls together at that precise junction. The specificity highlights the precision required in constructing the holy space, where every component served a functional role in stability and order.
Though rare, this word underscores the care taken in biblical descriptions of sacred spaces. It reminds readers that even hidden structural details mattered in worship settings. The term does not carry metaphorical weight here but remains grounded in physical architecture, reflecting the tangible nature of Israel’s early sanctuary practices.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word mequtsah describes a specific structural element within the Tabernacle, serving as a vertical support at the inner corner where two walls met. This precise architectural detail ensured that the sanctuary remained stable and secure. It reflects a God who values order, precision, and the integrity of every part of His dwelling place among His people.
For your faith, this highlights how God cares about the details of our lives. Just as these corner posts held the Tabernacle together, He provides stability in the 'corners' or challenging areas of your life. You are not overlooked; even the hidden supports of your spiritual journey are known and valued by Him.
This focus on structural integrity reminds us that our faith is built on a solid foundation. When you feel unstable, remember that God is the one who strengthens the joints and keeps you standing firm in His presence.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- for/ [the] corners of2×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- לִ/מְקֻצְעֹ֖ת2×
Key Verses
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Exodus 26:23
You shall make two boards for the corners of the tabernacle in the far side.
This verse specifies the creation of boards for the far corners, indicating where these critical support structures were placed to stabilize the sanctuary's rear.
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Exodus 36:28
He made two boards for the corners of the tabernacle in the far part.
Here the text records the actual construction of these corner boards, showing the practical application of the design to ensure the tabernacle's durability.