Strong's Lexicon Miktam: Miktam Original Word: מִכְתָּם Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning "to engrave" or "to inscribe." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for "Miktam" in the Septuagint or the New Testament, as it is a specific Hebrew term related to the Psalms. Usage: The term "Miktam" is used in the titles of six Psalms (Psalms 16, 56, 57, 58, 59, and 60) and is traditionally understood to denote a type of psalm or song. The exact meaning of "Miktam" is uncertain, but it is often interpreted as "a golden psalm" or "an inscription," suggesting a composition of special significance or value. Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of ancient Hebrew poetry, titles such as "Miktam" may have indicated the style, purpose, or musical setting of the psalm. These psalms are attributed to David and are often associated with times of distress or danger, reflecting themes of trust in God and deliverance. The use of "Miktam" may imply that these psalms were considered precious or worthy of preservation, possibly inscribed on tablets or other materials for posterity. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain derivation Definition a technical term in psalm titles. Brown-Driver-Briggs מִכְתָּם noun [masculine] Mikhtam, a technical term in Psalm titles, meaning unknown (ᵐ5 στηλογθαφια: compare BaePs. p. xiii f.); always with לְדָוִד֯׃לְדָוִד ׳מ Psalm 16:1; Psalm 60:1; ׳לְדָוִד מ Psalm 56:1; Psalm 57:1; Psalm 58:1; Psalm 59:1. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Michtam From katham; an engraving, i.e. (techn.) A poem -- Michtam. see HEBREW katham Forms and Transliterations מִ֫כְתָּ֥ם מִכְתָּ֑ם מִכְתָּ֖ם מִכְתָּ֥ם מִכְתָּֽם׃ מכתם מכתם׃ michTam miḵ·tām miḵtāmLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 16:1 HEB: מִכְתָּ֥ם לְדָוִ֑ד שָֽׁמְרֵ֥נִי KJV: < INT: < Psalm 56:1 Psalm 57:1 Psalm 58:1 Psalm 59:1 Psalm 60:1 6 Occurrences |
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