Strong's Lexicon maateh: Staff, rod, tribe Original Word: מַעֲטֶה Word Origin: Derived from the root נָטָה (natah), meaning "to stretch out" or "to extend." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G4464 (ῥάβδος - rhabdos): A rod or staff, often used in the New Testament to symbolize authority or discipline. Usage: The Hebrew word "maateh" primarily refers to a staff or rod, often used as a symbol of authority or leadership. It can also denote a tribe, reflecting the idea of a branch or division of a larger group. In the context of a staff, it is frequently associated with shepherds, leaders, or those in positions of power, such as Moses and Aaron. As a representation of a tribe, it signifies the subdivisions of the nation of Israel. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, a staff or rod was a common tool for shepherds, used for guiding and protecting sheep. It also served as a symbol of authority and power, often carried by leaders or rulers. In the biblical context, the staff is notably associated with Moses, who used it to perform miracles and lead the Israelites out of Egypt. The concept of a tribe, as denoted by "maateh," reflects the patriarchal and familial structures of ancient Israel, where each tribe descended from one of the sons of Jacob. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom atah Definition a wrap, mantle NASB Translation mantle (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [מַעֲטֶה] noun [masculine] wrap, mantle; — only construct figurative מַעֲטֵה תְהִלָּה Isaiah 61:3 a mantle of praise. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance garment From atah; a vestment -- garment. see HEBREW atah Forms and Transliterations מַעֲטֵ֣ה מעטה ma‘ăṭêh ma·‘ă·ṭêh maaTehLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Isaiah 61:3 HEB: תַּ֣חַת אֵ֔בֶל מַעֲטֵ֣ה תְהִלָּ֔ה תַּ֖חַת NAS: of mourning, The mantle of praise KJV: for mourning, the garment of praise INT: instead of mourning the mantle of praise instead 1 Occurrence |
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