Berean Strong's Lexicon memad: Measure, standard Original Word: מְמַד Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to measure Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent for measurement-related terms can be found in Strong's Greek Dictionary, such as μέτρον (metron - G3358), which also means measure or standard. Usage: The term "memad" refers to a measure or standard, often used in the context of weights and measures in the Hebrew Bible. It signifies a fixed or established unit of measurement, which is crucial for trade, construction, and various religious practices. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, accurate measurements were vital for maintaining justice and fairness in trade and daily life. The Law of Moses emphasized honest weights and measures as a reflection of integrity and righteousness (Leviticus 19:35-36). The use of standardized measurements helped to ensure equitable transactions and was a practical application of the broader biblical principle of justice. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom madad Definition measurement NASB Translation measurements (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [מֵמַד] noun [masculine] measurement; — מְמַדֶּיהָ מִי שָׂם Job 38:5, i.e. of the earth ("" מִינָֿטָה עָלָיהָ קָ֑ו). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance measure From madad; a measure -- measure. see HEBREW madad Forms and Transliterations מְ֭מַדֶּיהָ ממדיה mə·mad·de·hā məmaddehā MemaddeihaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Job 38:5 HEB: מִי־ שָׂ֣ם מְ֭מַדֶּיהָ כִּ֣י תֵדָ֑ע NAS: set its measurements? Since KJV: Who hath laid the measures thereof, if thou knowest? INT: Who set the measures for know 1 Occurrence |
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