◄ 4905. maskiyl ►
Strong's Lexicon maskiyl: Insightful, instructive, a contemplative poem or song Original Word: מַשְׂכִּיל Part of Speech: Noun Masculine Transliteration: maskiyl Pronunciation: mahs-KEEL Phonetic Spelling: (mas-keel') Definition: instructive, a didactic poem Meaning: The term מַשְׂכִּיל is generally understood to mean "instructive" or "a didactic poem." It refers to a type of psalm or song that is intended to impart wisdom or instruction. Word Origin: Derived from the root verb שָׂכַל (sakal), which means "to be prudent, to be wise, to understand." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for מַשְׂכִּיל, the concept of instructive or didactic literature can be related to Greek terms such as διδακτικός (didaktikos), meaning "apt to teach" or "instructive," and σοφία (sophia), meaning "wisdom." These terms capture the essence of what מַשְׂכִּיל psalms aim to convey through their teachings and reflections. Usage: The word מַשְׂכִּיל is used in the titles of several psalms in the Hebrew Bible, indicating that these psalms are meant to convey wisdom or instruction. Examples include Psalms 32, 42, 44, 45, 52, 53, 54, 55, 74, 78, 88, 89, and 142. Context: The term מַשְׂכִּיל appears in the superscriptions of several psalms, suggesting a specific literary or musical style aimed at teaching or imparting wisdom. These psalms often contain reflective and contemplative elements, encouraging the reader or listener to consider the deeper truths of life, faith, and the nature of God. The מַשְׂכִּיל psalms are characterized by their thoughtful and instructive nature, often addressing themes such as the blessedness of forgiveness (Psalm 32), the longing for God (Psalm 42), and the recounting of Israel's history as a lesson for future generations (Psalm 78). The use of מַשְׂכִּיל in the psalms underscores the importance of wisdom and understanding in the Hebrew tradition, where the pursuit of knowledge and insight is seen as a path to a righteous and fulfilling life. These psalms serve as a reminder of the value of reflection and meditation on God's word and works, encouraging believers to seek wisdom and apply it to their lives. Brown-Driver-Briggs מַשְׂכִּיל noun masculine contemplative poem (Hiph`il 2. De and others); — in titles of Psalm 32; Psalm 42; Psalm 44; Psalm 45; Psalm 52; Psalm 53; Psalm 54; Psalm 55; Psalm 74; Psalm 78; Psalm 88; Psalm 89; Psalm 142; also Psalm 47:8 ׳זַמְּרוּ מ: > Ges and others didactic poem (√ 4); Ew Ri Pe and others skilful, artistic song (√ 3); √ 2 alone fits all cases. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Maschil From sakal; instructive, i.e. A didactic poem -- Maschil. see HEBREW sakal Forms and Transliterations מַ֝שְׂכִּ֗יל מַ֫שְׂכִּ֥יל מַשְׂכִּ֗יל מַשְׂכִּ֥יל מַשְׂכִּֽיל׃ משכיל משכיל׃ maś·kîl masKil maśkîl Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Psalm 32:1 HEB: לְדָוִ֗ד מַ֫שְׂכִּ֥יל אַשְׁרֵ֥י נְֽשׂוּי־ KJV: <<[A Psalm] of David, Maschil.>> INT: David Maschil blessed is forgiven Psalm 42:1 HEB: לַמְנַצֵּ֗חַ מַשְׂכִּ֥יל לִבְנֵי־ קֹֽרַח׃ KJV: <Maschil, for the sons INT: Musician Maschil the sons of Korah Psalm 44:1 HEB: לִבְנֵי־ קֹ֬רַח מַשְׂכִּֽיל׃ אֱלֹהִ֤ים ׀ בְּאָזְנֵ֬ינוּ KJV: for the sons of Korah, Maschil.>> INT: the sons of Korah Maschil God our ears Psalm 45:1 HEB: לִבְנֵי־ קֹ֑רַח מַ֝שְׂכִּ֗יל שִׁ֣יר יְדִידֹֽת׃ KJV: of Korah, Maschil, A Song INT: the sons of Korah Maschil A Song of loves Psalm 52:1 HEB: לַמְנַצֵּ֗חַ מַשְׂכִּ֥יל לְדָוִֽד׃ בְּב֤וֹא ׀ KJV: <Maschil, [A Psalm] of David, INT: Musician Maschil David came Psalm 53:1 HEB: עַֽל־ מָחֲלַ֗ת מַשְׂכִּ֥יל לְדָוִֽד׃ אָ֘מַ֤ר KJV: upon Mahalath, Maschil, [A Psalm] of David.>> INT: upon Mahalath Maschil David has said Psalm 54:1 HEB: לַמְנַצֵּ֥חַ בִּנְגִינֹ֗ת מַשְׂכִּ֥יל לְדָוִֽד׃ בְּב֣וֹא KJV: on Neginoth, Maschil, [A Psalm] of David, INT: Musician Neginoth Maschil David came Psalm 55:1 HEB: לַמְנַצֵּ֥חַ בִּנְגִינֹ֗ת מַשְׂכִּ֥יל לְדָוִֽד׃ הַאֲזִ֣ינָה KJV: on Neginoth, Maschil, [A Psalm] of David.>> INT: Musician Neginoth Maschil David Give Psalm 74:1 HEB: מַשְׂכִּ֗יל לְאָ֫סָ֥ף לָמָ֣ה KJV: < of Asaph.>> INT: < of Asaph why Psalm 78:1 HEB: מַשְׂכִּ֗יל לְאָ֫סָ֥ף הַאֲזִ֣ינָה KJV: < of Asaph.>> INT: < of Asaph Listen Psalm 88:1 HEB: מָחֲלַ֣ת לְעַנּ֑וֹת מַ֝שְׂכִּ֗יל לְהֵימָ֥ן הָאֶזְרָחִֽי׃ KJV: Leannoth, Maschil of Heman INT: Mahalath Leannoth Maschil of Heman the Ezrahite Psalm 89:1 HEB: מַ֝שְׂכִּ֗יל לְאֵיתָ֥ן הָֽאֶזְרָחִֽי׃ KJV: < of Ethan the Ezrahite.>> INT: < of Ethan the Ezrahite Psalm 142:1 HEB: מַשְׂכִּ֥יל לְדָוִ֑ד בִּהְיוֹת֖וֹ KJV: < of David; A Prayer INT: < of David was in 13 Occurrences Strong's Hebrew 4905 13 Occurrences maś·kîl — 13 Occ.