Strong's Lexicon makbir: To make great, to increase, to magnify Original Word: מַכְבִּיר Word Origin: Derived from the root קָבַר (kabar), which means "to be great" or "to increase." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint and the New Testament is μεγαλύνω (megalynō), which also means "to magnify" or "to make great." This is seen in passages like Luke 1:46, where Mary declares, "My soul magnifies the Lord." Usage: The Hebrew verb "makbir" is used to convey the action of making something greater or increasing its magnitude. It often implies an enhancement or amplification of status, power, or influence. In a biblical context, it can refer to the magnification of God's name or the increase of His glory among the nations. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, the concept of magnifying or increasing was often associated with the honor and reverence due to God. The Israelites were called to magnify the Lord through their worship, obedience, and testimony to the surrounding nations. This idea is deeply rooted in the covenant relationship between God and His people, where His greatness is to be proclaimed and His deeds made known. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom kabar, q.v. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance abundance Transitive participle of kabar; plenty -- abundance. see HEBREW kabar Forms and Transliterations לְמַכְבִּֽיר׃ למכביר׃ lə·maḵ·bîr lemachBir ləmaḵbîrLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Job 36:31 HEB: יִֽתֶּן־ אֹ֥כֶל לְמַכְבִּֽיר׃ KJV: he giveth meat in abundance. INT: gives food abundance 1 Occurrence |
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