Original Word: מָרַק
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: maraq
Pronunciation: mah-RAHK
Phonetic Spelling: (maw-rak')
Definition: to polish, to sharpen, to rinse
Meaning: To polish, to sharpen, to rinse

Word Origin: A primitive root

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek entry in Strong's Concordance is G4261 (προακοντίζω, proakontizō), which carries the idea of preparing or making ready, often in the context of sharpening or equipping for a specific purpose. This Greek term, like its Hebrew counterpart, emphasizes the importance of readiness and thorough preparation, whether in a physical or metaphorical sense.

Usage: The verb מָרַק (marak) is used in the context of cleaning or polishing, often implying a thorough or vigorous action. It can refer to the act of sharpening a weapon or tool, as well as the process of rinsing or washing something to make it clean.

Context: The Hebrew verb מָרַק (marak) appears in the Old Testament with the primary sense of making something smooth or clean through rubbing or washing. This action can be applied to various contexts, such as the sharpening of a sword or the cleansing of a vessel. The term conveys a sense of thoroughness, indicating that the object is not merely superficially cleaned or polished but is made ready for use or presentation.

In the Berean Standard Bible, the usage of מָרַק can be seen in passages where the preparation of items for sacred or practical purposes is described. The act of polishing or rinsing is often associated with the idea of purification or readiness, whether it be for battle, as in the sharpening of a sword, or for ritual use, as in the cleansing of utensils.

The concept of מָרַק underscores the importance of preparation and purity in the biblical narrative, reflecting the broader theological themes of sanctification and readiness for service. The meticulous care implied by this verb highlights the value placed on both physical and spiritual cleanliness in the biblical tradition.

Word Origin
a prim. root
Definition
to scour, polish
NASB Translation
polish (1), polished (1), scour (1), scoured (1).

I. [מָרַק] verb scour, polish (Late Hebrew id.; Aramaic מְרַק; compare Arabic scrape off wool from a skin); —

Qal Imperative מִרְקוּ הָֽרְמָחִים Jeremiah 46:4 polish the lances! Passive participle מָרוּק2Chronicles 4:16 polished, of bronze utensils of temple (= מְמוֺרָט 1 Kings 7:45).

Hiph`il Imperfect3feminine singular חַמְרִיק only Proverbs 20:30 Kt, figurative, in clause בְּרָ֑ע ׳חַבֻּרוֺת מֶּצַע ת blows that cut in, cleanse away evil (compare De Now Wild VB); Qr תַּמְרוּק i.e. (are) a cleaning. (ᵐ5 συναντᾷ κακοῖς, whence Gr תַּקְדִּים, Frankenb. תִּקְרֶינָה, but improbable).

Pu`al Perfect וּמֹרַק consecutive Leviticus 6:21 be well scoured, of bronze vessel ("" וְשֻׁטַּף בַּמָּ֑יִם).

bright, furbish, scour

A primitive root; to polish; by implication, to sharpen; also to rinse -- bright, furbish, scour.

וּמֹרַ֥ק ומרק מִרְקוּ֙ מָרֽוּק׃ מרוק׃ מרקו תַּמְר֣וּק תמרוק mā·rūq maRuk mārūq mir·qū mirKu mirqū tam·rūq tamRuk tamrūq ū·mō·raq umoRak ūmōraqInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts