Lexicon meltsar: Melzar Original Word: מֶלְצָר Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Melzar Of Persian derivation; the butler or other officer in the Babylonian court -- Melzar. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof foreign origin Definition perhaps guardian NASB Translation overseer (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs מֶלְצָר noun masculine a Babylonian title; dubious; perhaps guardian ? (SchrCOT Daniel 1:11 DlBaer Dn xi conjecture loan-word from Assyrian maƒ(ƒ)aru, keeper, guardian, compare DlHWB 423; hardly connected with (modern) Persian mulsaru 'Kellermeister' (compare Meinh.), see against this Bev); — only with article ׳הַמּ Daniel 1:11,16. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Of foreign originCorresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Greek equivalents for "meltsar" in the Strong's Concordance, as this term is specific to the context of the Babylonian court in the Hebrew Bible. However, related concepts of stewardship and oversight can be found in Greek terms such as οἰκονόμος (oikonomos • Strong's Greek 3623), which refers to a steward or manager. Usage: The word "meltsar" is used in the context of the Babylonian court, specifically in the Book of Daniel. It describes an official who is responsible for the well-being and diet of Daniel and his companions during their captivity. Context: The term "meltsar" appears in the Book of Daniel, specifically in Daniel 1:11, where it is used to describe an officer appointed by the chief official to oversee Daniel and his friends. This officer was responsible for ensuring that the young men received their daily provisions from the king's table. Daniel, seeking to remain faithful to his dietary laws, requested that the "meltsar" allow them to consume only vegetables and water instead of the royal food and wine. The "meltsar" agreed to a trial period, during which Daniel and his friends thrived, demonstrating God's favor and the efficacy of their chosen diet. The role of the "meltsar" highlights the hierarchical structure of the Babylonian court and the interactions between the captives and their overseers. This position, while not of the highest rank, was crucial in the daily administration and care of those under the king's command. Forms and Transliterations הַמֶּלְצַ֑ר הַמֶּלְצַ֗ר המלצר ham·mel·ṣar hammelṣar hammelTzarLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 1:11 HEB: דָּנִיֵּ֖אל אֶל־ הַמֶּלְצַ֑ר אֲשֶׁ֤ר מִנָּה֙ NAS: said to the overseer whom KJV: Daniel to Melzar, whom the prince INT: Daniel to the overseer whom had appointed Daniel 1:16 2 Occurrences |
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