4748. miqsheh
Lexicon
miqsheh: Hammered work, beaten work

Original Word: מִקְשֶׁה
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: miqsheh
Pronunciation: mik-SHEH
Phonetic Spelling: (mik-sheh')
Definition: Hammered work, beaten work
Meaning: something turned, a curl

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
well set hair

From qashah in the sense of knotting up round and hard; something turned (rounded), i.e. A curl (of tresses) -- X well (set) hair.

see HEBREW qashah

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from an unused word
Definition
(an artistic) hairdo
NASB Translation
well-set hair (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs
מִקְשֶׁה noun [masculine] an artistic hair arrangement; ? turner's work, Isaiah 3:24, so most.

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from the root verb קָשָׁה (qashah), meaning "to be hard" or "to be difficult."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for "miqshah" in the Strong's Concordance, as it is a specific Hebrew term related to the construction techniques used in the Tabernacle. However, the concept of unity and craftsmanship can be related to Greek terms that describe similar ideas of wholeness and artistry.

Usage: The word "miqshah" is used in the context of describing objects that are crafted from a single piece of metal, particularly in the construction of sacred items in the Tabernacle, such as the lampstand (menorah).

Context: • The term "miqshah" appears in the context of the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings, emphasizing the craftsmanship and unity of the objects made from a single piece of metal. This technique highlights the skill and artistry involved in creating sacred items for worship.
• In Exodus 25:31, the lampstand (menorah) is described as being made of "hammered work" (miqshah), indicating that it was crafted from a single piece of gold. This method of construction symbolizes the unity and perfection required in objects dedicated to divine service.
• The use of "miqshah" in the description of the cherubim and other elements of the Tabernacle underscores the importance of meticulous craftsmanship in the worship practices of ancient Israel.
• The concept of "miqshah" extends beyond mere physical construction, symbolizing the spiritual integrity and wholeness expected in the worship of God.

Forms and Transliterations
מִקְשֶׁה֙ מקשה mikSheh miq·šeh miqšeh
Links
Interlinear GreekInterlinear HebrewStrong's NumbersEnglishman's Greek ConcordanceEnglishman's Hebrew ConcordanceParallel Texts
Englishman's Concordance
Isaiah 3:24
HEB: וְתַ֨חַת מַעֲשֶׂ֤ה מִקְשֶׁה֙ קָרְחָ֔ה וְתַ֥חַת
NAS: Instead of well-set hair, a plucked-out scalp;
KJV: and instead of well set hair baldness;
INT: Instead set of well-set A plucked-out Instead

1 Occurrence

Strong's Hebrew 4748
1 Occurrence


miq·šeh — 1 Occ.















4747
Top of Page
Top of Page