Lexicon mechqar: Investigation, search, inquiry Original Word: מֶחְקָר Strong's Exhaustive Concordance deep place From chaqar; properly, scrutinized, i.e. (by implication) a recess -- deep place. see HEBREW chaqar NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom chaqar Definition a range (an area to explore) NASB Translation depths (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [מֶחְקָר] noun masculine range (as place to be explored), מֶחְקְרֵיאָֿ֑רֶץ Psalm 95:4 (compare חֵקֶר Job 38:16). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root חָקַר (chaqar), which means "to search" or "to investigate."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 2041: ἔργον (ergon) • work, deed, action Usage: The word מֶחְקָר is used in the context of something that is thoroughly investigated or a hidden recess. It appears in the Hebrew Bible to denote a place or concept that requires deep examination or is concealed. Context: מֶחְקָר (mechqar) is a noun masculine in Biblical Hebrew, appearing in contexts that emphasize the act of searching or investigating. The root חָקַר (chaqar) suggests a thorough examination or inquiry, often used in the context of seeking wisdom or understanding. In the Hebrew Scriptures, מֶחְקָר is used to describe a place or concept that is not immediately apparent and requires diligent searching to uncover. This term underscores the importance of seeking deeper understanding and the value of uncovering hidden truths. The concept of מֶחְקָר can be applied both physically, as in a hidden recess, and metaphorically, as in the pursuit of knowledge or wisdom. Forms and Transliterations מֶחְקְרֵי־ מחקרי־ mechkerei meḥ·qə·rê- meḥqərê-Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 95:4 HEB: אֲשֶׁ֣ר בְּ֭יָדוֹ מֶחְקְרֵי־ אָ֑רֶץ וְתוֹעֲפ֖וֹת NAS: hand are the depths of the earth, KJV: In his hand [are] the deep places of the earth: INT: whose hand are the depths of the earth the peaks 1 Occurrence |
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