Strong's Lexicon mathben: Storehouse, barn Original Word: מַתְבֵּן Word Origin: Derived from the root verb בָּנָה (banah), meaning "to build." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for similar concepts is ἀποθήκη (Strong's Greek 596), which also means "storehouse" or "barn." Usage: The term "mathben" refers to a structure used for storing grain or other agricultural produce. It is a place where the harvest is kept safe from the elements and pests, ensuring that the community has food supplies during times when crops are not being harvested. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, agriculture was a central part of daily life and economy. The construction of storehouses or barns was essential for preserving the harvest. These structures were often built with thick walls to protect against weather and intruders. The concept of a storehouse also carried spiritual significance, symbolizing God's provision and the importance of stewardship. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as teben Definition a straw heap NASB Translation straw (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs מַתְבֵּן noun [masculine] straw-heap; — ׳מ Isaiah 25:10. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance straw Denominative from teben; straw in the heap -- straw. see HEBREW teben Forms and Transliterations מַתְבֵּ֖ן מתבן maṯ·bên matBen maṯbênLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Isaiah 25:10 HEB: תַּחְתָּ֔יו כְּהִדּ֥וּשׁ מַתְבֵּ֖ן [בְּמֵי כ] NAS: in his place As straw is trodden down KJV: shall be trodden down under him, even as straw is trodden down INT: his place down straw waste of a manure 1 Occurrence |
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