Berean Strong's Lexicon Maay: Intestines, bowels Original Word: מַעַי Word Origin: Derived from the root מָעָה (ma'ah), which is not widely attested in Hebrew but is related to the concept of intestines or internal organs. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint and the New Testament is σπλάγχνα (splagchna), which also refers to the inward parts and is used metaphorically for compassion and affection (e.g., Philippians 1:8, "For God is my witness how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus" - BSB). Usage: The term "Maay" refers to the intestines or bowels, often used metaphorically in the Hebrew Bible to denote the seat of emotions, compassion, or deep-seated feelings. In ancient Hebrew thought, the bowels were considered the center of pity and compassion, much like the heart is viewed in modern Western culture. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, including Israel, the human body was often used metaphorically to express emotions and moral qualities. The bowels, or intestines, were seen as the locus of deep emotions and visceral responses. This reflects a holistic view of human nature, where physical and emotional states are interconnected. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain derivation Definition an Isr. musician NASB Translation Maai (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs מָעַי proper name, masculine a musician Nehemiah 12:36; ᵐ5 אc, a Μααι, ᵐ5L Μαια. מֵעִים see מעה. מַעְיָן see below עין. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Maai Probably from me'ah; sympathetic; Maai, an Israelite -- Maai. see HEBREW me'ah Forms and Transliterations מָעַ֞י מעי mā‘ay mā·‘ay maAiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Nehemiah 12:36 HEB: מִֽלֲלַ֡י גִּֽלֲלַ֡י מָעַ֞י נְתַנְאֵ֤ל וִֽיהוּדָה֙ NAS: Gilalai, Maai, Nethanel, KJV: Gilalai, Maai, Nethaneel, INT: Milalai Gilalai Maai Nethanel Judah |
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