Strong's H4257 · Hebrew
מַחֲלַת
machălath · /makh-al-ath'/
Definition
'Machalath', probably the title (initial word) of a popular song
KJV: Mahalath.
Root / derivation: from H2470 (חָלָה); sickness;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered מַחֲלַת across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Psalms2 verses
To the chief Musician upon Mahalath, Maschil, A Psalm of David. The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. Corrupt are they, and have done abominable iniquity: there is none that doeth good.
Psalms 88:1A Song or Psalm for the sons of Korah, to the chief Musician upon Mahalath Leannoth, Maschil of Heman the Ezrahite. O LORD God of my salvation, I have cried day and night before thee: for the sons: or, of the sons Maschil: or, A Psalm of Heman the Ezrahite, giving instruction
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H4257 (machălath) mean?
'Machalath', probably the title (initial word) of a popular song
How many times does H4257 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H4257 (מַחֲלַת) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “Mahalath.”
How is machălath translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H4257 is rendered as “Mahalath” (2×).
Where does the Hebrew word מַחֲלַת come from?
from H2470 (חָלָה); sickness;