4988. mathaq
Strong's Lexicon
mathaq: To be sweet, to become sweet, to be pleasant

Original Word: מָתָק
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: mathaq
Pronunciation: maw-thak'
Phonetic Spelling: (maw-thawk')
Definition: To be sweet, to become sweet, to be pleasant
Meaning: a dainty, food

Word Origin: A primitive root

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "mathaq," the concept of sweetness and pleasantness can be found in Greek words such as "γλυκύς" (glykys - sweet) and "χρηστός" (chrestos - kind, good).

Usage: The Hebrew verb "mathaq" primarily conveys the idea of sweetness or pleasantness, often in a literal sense related to taste, but also metaphorically to describe experiences or words that are delightful or pleasing. It is used to express the transformation of something from a state of bitterness or harshness to one of sweetness and enjoyment.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, sweetness was a valued quality, often associated with honey, which was a primary sweetener in biblical times. The concept of sweetness extended beyond physical taste to encompass experiences, relationships, and words. The transformation from bitterness to sweetness was a powerful metaphor for divine intervention and blessing, reflecting God's ability to change circumstances and bring joy and satisfaction to His people.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from mathoq, q.v.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
feed sweetly

From mathaq; a dainty, i.e. (generally) food -- feed sweetly.

see HEBREW mathaq

Forms and Transliterations
מְתָ֘ק֤וֹ מתקו mə·ṯā·qōw meTaKo məṯāqōw
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Englishman's Concordance
Job 24:20
HEB: יִשְׁכָּ֘חֵ֤הוּ רֶ֨חֶם ׀ מְתָ֘ק֤וֹ רִמָּ֗ה ע֥וֹד
KJV: him; the worm shall feed sweetly on him; he shall be no more remembered;
INT: will forget A mother sweetly the worm longer

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Strong's Hebrew 4988
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mə·ṯā·qōw — 1 Occ.















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