Strong's Lexicon maruq: Polished, scoured Original Word: מָרוּק Word Origin: Derived from the root verb מָרַק (marak), meaning "to polish" or "to scour." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "maruq," the concept of purification and refinement is echoed in Greek terms such as καθαρίζω (katharizō, Strong's G2511), meaning "to cleanse" or "to purify." Usage: The Hebrew word "maruq" is used to describe something that has been polished or made smooth, often through a process of scouring or cleaning. This term can be applied to objects that have been refined or purified, indicating a state of readiness or preparation. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the process of polishing or scouring was significant in various contexts, from preparing metal for use in the tabernacle to cleansing vessels for ceremonial purposes. The act of making something "maruq" was not merely about physical appearance but also about ritual purity and readiness for service. This reflects the broader biblical theme of purification and preparation for holy purposes. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom maraq Definition a scraping, rubbing NASB Translation beautification (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [מָרוּק] (Köii. 138) noun [masculine] a scraping, rubbing; — only plural suffix יְמֵי מְרוּקֵיהֶן Esther 2:12 literally the days of their (bodily) rubbings, i.e. the year's preparation of girls for the harem. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance purification From maraq; properly, rubbed; but used abstractly, a rubbing (with perfumery) -- purification. see HEBREW maraq Forms and Transliterations מְרוּקֵיהֶ֑ן מרוקיהן mə·rū·qê·hen merukeiHen mərūqêhenLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Esther 2:12 HEB: יִמְלְא֖וּ יְמֵ֣י מְרוּקֵיהֶ֑ן שִׁשָּׁ֤ה חֳדָשִׁים֙ NAS: for the days of their beautification were completed KJV: (for so were the days of their purifications accomplished, INT: were completed were the days of their beautification six months 1 Occurrence |
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