Strong's H4042 · Hebrew
מָגַן
mâgan · /maw-gan'/
Number
H4042
Language
Hebrew
Original word
מָגַן
Transliteration
mâgan
Pronunciation
maw-gan'
KJV occurrences
3 verses
Definition
properly, to shield; encompass with; figuratively, to rescue, to hand safely over (i.e. surrender)
KJV: deliver.
Root / derivation: a denominative from H4043 (מָגֵן);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered מָגַן across 3 verses.
deliver2×
delivered1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H4042 (mâgan) mean?
properly, to shield; encompass with; figuratively, to rescue, to hand safely over (i.e. surrender)
How many times does H4042 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H4042 (מָגַן) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “deliver.”
How is mâgan translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H4042 is rendered as “deliver” (2×), “delivered” (1×).
Where does the Hebrew word מָגַן come from?
a denominative from H4043 (מָגֵן);