מָרַח (mârach) — Properly

Hebrew word study: מָרַח (mârach), Strong's H4799. properly, to soften by rubbing or pressure; hence (medicinally) to apply as an emollient

HebrewStrong's H4799
Quick definition
Hebrew word
מָרַח (mârach)
Pronounced: maw-rakh'

Approximate — computer-generated, not a recording of historical speech.

properly, to soften by rubbing or pressure; hence (medicinally) to apply as an emollient

Word study
Derivation: a primitive root;

KJV translation words: lay for a plaister.

Where this word appears

Strong's H4799 is tagged on 1 word in 1 verse across 1 book of the word-by-word Hebrew and Aramaic Old Testament text on this site. The only verse is Isaiah 38:21.

How it is rendered in the text

The plain-English sense shown on each tagged word, with the number of times each appears.

and let them rub it ×1

Forms found in the text

The spellings in which the word is actually written, which can differ by prefix, ending or tense.

וְיִמְרְחוּ ×1

Verses (all 1)

  • Isaiah 38:21 — וְיִמְרְחוּ — and let them rub it

Related entries

Entries whose derivation names this word: H4790 מְרוֹחַ (mᵉrôwach).

Counts and verses come from the word-by-word tagging of the original-language text published on this site (STEPBible data, CC BY 4.0). They count tagged words, not English translations.

Frequently asked questions

What does mârach (H4799) mean?

Properly, to soften by rubbing or pressure; hence (medicinally) to apply as an emollient.

How is H4799 translated in the KJV?

The KJV translates H4799 as: lay for a plaister..

How often does מָרַח (mârach) appear?

Strong's H4799 is tagged on 1 word in 1 verse across 1 book of the word-by-word Hebrew and Aramaic Old Testament text on this site. The only verse is Isaiah 38:21.