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Berean Strong's Lexicon
mod: Measure, extent, size

Original Word: מוֹד
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: mod
Pronunciation: mohd
Phonetic Spelling: (mood)
Definition: Measure, extent, size
Meaning: to shake

Word Origin: Derived from the root יָדָה (yadah), which means "to throw" or "to cast."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent for measurement-related terms can be found in Strong's Greek Dictionary, such as μέτρον (metron) - Strong's Greek 3358, which also means "measure."

Usage: The Hebrew word "מוֹד" (mod) is used to denote a measure or extent, often in the context of physical dimensions or quantities. It can refer to a specific measurement or a general sense of size or capacity. In biblical usage, it often pertains to the measurement of land, objects, or quantities of goods.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, measurements were crucial for various aspects of daily life, including agriculture, trade, and construction. The Israelites used a variety of units for measuring length, area, volume, and weight. Accurate measurements were essential for fair trade and equitable distribution of land and resources. The concept of measurement also had spiritual implications, as it was often associated with God's justice and order.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
the same as madad, q.v.

Brown-Driver-Briggs
II. מוד verb assumed by Ke Or and others (= מוֺט) as √ of וַיְמֹ֫דֶד Habakkuk 3:6, but see מדד

Po`el

מוֺדַע see ידע.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
measure

A primitive root; to shake -- measure.

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