Strong's Lexicon Mishael: Mishael Original Word: מִישָׁאֵל Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root מִי (mi) meaning "who," שָׁ (sha) meaning "that," and אֵל (El) meaning "God." The name can be understood as a rhetorical question: "Who is what God is?" or "Who is like God?" Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for Mishael in the Strong's Greek Dictionary, as it is a Hebrew proper name. However, the Greek transliteration of the name in the Septuagint is Μισαήλ (Misael). Usage: Mishael is a Hebrew name that signifies the uniqueness and incomparability of God. It is used as a personal name for individuals in the Old Testament, reflecting a recognition of God's supreme nature. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, names were often given to reflect the character or attributes of God, or to commemorate significant events. Mishael, meaning "Who is like God?" serves as a reminder of the monotheistic belief in the God of Israel, who is unparalleled and sovereign. This name would have been a declaration of faith and identity among the Israelites, especially during times of cultural and religious challenges. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to Mishael Definition "Who is what God is?" a companion of Daniel. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Mishael (Aramaic) corresponding to Miysha'el; Mishael, an Israelite -- Mishael. see HEBREW Miysha'el Forms and Transliterations מִֽישָׁאֵ֧ל מישאל mî·šā·’êl mîšā’êl mishaElLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 2:17 HEB: אֲזַ֑ל וְ֠לַחֲנַנְיָה מִֽישָׁאֵ֧ל וַעֲזַרְיָ֛ה חַבְר֖וֹהִי KJV: to Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, INT: went Hananiah Mishael and Azariah his friends 1 Occurrence |
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