Lexicon madregah: Step, stair, ascent Original Word: מַדְרֵגָה Strong's Exhaustive Concordance stair, steep place From an unused root meaning to step; properly, a step; by implication, a steep or inaccessible place -- stair, steep place. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition steep place, a steep NASB Translation steep pathway (1), steep pathways (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs מַדְרֵגָה noun feminine steep place, steep, — ׳מ Songs 2:14 ("" סֶ֫לַע), plural הַמַּדְרֵגוֺת Ezekiel 38:20 ("" ההרים and חומה). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root verb דָּרַג (darag), which means "to step" or "to tread."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek entry in Strong's Concordance is G5327 (φραγμός, phragmos), which refers to a fence or a barrier. While the Greek term does not directly translate to "step" or "steep place," it shares the concept of a boundary or obstacle that must be navigated or overcome, similar to the challenges implied by מַדְרֵגָה. Usage: The term מַדְרֵגָה is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe physical steps or metaphorically to denote a steep or difficult-to-access location. It conveys the idea of progression or ascent, often in a challenging context. Context: The Hebrew word מַדְרֵגָה (madregah) appears in the Old Testament to describe both literal and figurative steps or ascents. It is used to depict physical steps, such as those found in staircases or pathways, and can also refer to steep or difficult terrains that require effort to navigate. The term is often associated with the idea of progression, whether in a physical, spiritual, or moral sense. In the context of biblical literature, מַדְרֵגָה can symbolize the journey of faith, the challenges of spiritual growth, or the ascent to a higher moral or ethical standard. The word emphasizes the effort and determination required to overcome obstacles and reach a desired goal or destination. Forms and Transliterations הַמַּדְרֵג֔וֹת הַמַּדְרֵגָ֔ה המדרגה המדרגות ham·maḏ·rê·ḡāh ham·maḏ·rê·ḡō·wṯ hammadreGah hammaḏrêḡāh hammadreGot hammaḏrêḡōwṯLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Songs 2:14 HEB: הַסֶּ֗לַע בְּסֵ֙תֶר֙ הַמַּדְרֵגָ֔ה הַרְאִ֙ינִי֙ אֶת־ NAS: In the secret place of the steep pathway, Let me see KJV: in the secret [places] of the stairs, let me see INT: of the rock the secret of the steep see your form Ezekiel 38:20 2 Occurrences |
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