Lexicon miphrats: Bay, haven, inlet Original Word: מִפְרָץ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance breach From parats; a break (in the shore), i.e. A haven -- breach. see HEBREW parats NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom parats Definition landing place NASB Translation landings (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [מִפְרָץ] noun [masculine] landing-place; — וְעַל מִפְרָצָיו יִשְׁכּוֺן Judges 5:17 (compare GFM). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root verb פָּרַץ (parats), meaning "to break" or "to burst forth."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek term that aligns with the concept of מִפְרָץ (miphratz) is found in Strong's Greek Number G1327, διέξοδος (diexodos), which can mean "a way out" or "an exit," and by extension, can refer to a passage or opening, similar to a haven or refuge. While not a direct translation, the thematic connection lies in the idea of a place of safety or escape. Usage: The word מִפְרָץ (miphratz) is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe a natural harbor or a place where ships can find refuge from the open sea. It is a term that conveys the idea of protection and safety, often associated with maritime contexts. Context: מִפְרָץ (miphratz) appears in the Hebrew Bible in contexts that emphasize its role as a protective geographical feature. The term is used to describe locations where the natural landscape provides a break from the open sea, creating a haven for ships. This concept of a "break" or "haven" is significant in biblical narratives, as it symbolizes a place of refuge and safety amidst the tumultuous and unpredictable nature of the sea. The imagery of a haven is often used metaphorically in biblical literature to convey themes of divine protection and providence. In the ancient Near Eastern context, where maritime trade and travel were common, the presence of a מִפְרָץ (miphratz) would have been a critical factor in the establishment and prosperity of coastal settlements. Forms and Transliterations מִפְרָצָ֖יו מפרציו mifraTzav mip̄·rā·ṣāw mip̄rāṣāwLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Judges 5:17 HEB: יַמִּ֔ים וְעַ֥ל מִפְרָצָ֖יו יִשְׁכּֽוֹן׃ NAS: And remained by its landings. KJV: shore, and abode in his breaches. INT: the sea and landings and remained 1 Occurrence |
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