Strong's Lexicon miphreqeth: Neck, nape Original Word: מִפְרֶקֶת Word Origin: Derived from the root פָּרַק (paraq), meaning "to break" or "to separate." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "miphreqeth," the concept of the neck as a symbol of submission or rebellion can be found in Greek terms like τράχηλος (trachēlos), which also refers to the neck. Usage: The term "miphreqeth" refers specifically to the nape or back of the neck. It is used in the context of describing a part of the body that is often associated with vulnerability and submission. In ancient times, the neck was considered a symbol of strength and pride, and its exposure or vulnerability could imply submission or defeat. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near Eastern culture, the neck was often seen as a symbol of strength and pride. To "stiffen the neck" was to resist authority or refuse to submit, while to "bow the neck" was to show submission or humility. The neck was also a critical point in battle, as it was a vulnerable area that could lead to defeat if exposed. This cultural understanding is reflected in various biblical passages where the neck is mentioned in contexts of submission, rebellion, or vulnerability. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom paraq Definition neck NASB Translation neck (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [מַפְרֶ֫קֶת] noun feminine neck (dividing head from body); — suffix וַתִּשָׁבֵר מַפְרַקְתּוֺ 1 Samuel 4:18. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance neck From paraq; properly, a fracture, i.e. Joint (vertebrae) of the neck -- neck. see HEBREW paraq Forms and Transliterations מַפְרַקְתּוֹ֙ מפרקתו mafrakTo map̄·raq·tōw map̄raqtōwLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Samuel 4:18 HEB: הַשַּׁ֗עַר וַתִּשָּׁבֵ֤ר מַפְרַקְתּוֹ֙ וַיָּמֹ֔ת כִּֽי־ NAS: the gate, and his neck was broken KJV: of the gate, and his neck brake, INT: the gate was broken and his neck died for 1 Occurrence |
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