Original Word: מְגוֹרַה
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: mgowrah
Pronunciation: meh-go-RAH
Phonetic Spelling: (meg-o-raw')
Definition: Fear, Dread
Meaning: affright

fear

Feminine of magowr; affright -- fear.

see HEBREW magowr

Word Origin
fem. of magor
Definition
fear, terror
NASB Translation
fears (1), what fears (1), what they dread (1).

[מְגוֺרָה] noun feminine fear, terror — construct מְגוֺרַת Proverbs 10:24; plural suffix מְגוּרוֺתַי Psalm 34:5, מְגוּרֹתָם Isaiah 66:4 (on these forms with וּ compare Ges^{§ 27}. 3. R.1, & 85. 48); — terror (= thing dreaded) Psalm 34:5; Proverbs 10:24; Isaiah 66:4.

Word Origin: Derived from the root verb גּוּר (gur), which means "to sojourn" or "to dwell as a foreigner."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 5401 • φόβος (phobos): This Greek term is often used in the Septuagint and the New Testament to convey fear or terror, similar to the Hebrew מְגוֹרַה. It captures the concept of fear in both a reverential and a literal sense, aligning with the Hebrew understanding of divine-induced fear.
• Strong's Greek Number 1167 • δειλία (deilia): Although less frequently used, this term can also relate to fear or timidity, providing a nuanced understanding of fear in the context of human emotion and response to divine or external threats.

Usage: The word מְגוֹרַה is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe a state of fear or terror, typically in the context of divine judgment or impending disaster.

Context: מְגוֹרַה appears in the Hebrew Scriptures to convey a profound sense of fear or dread, often associated with the anticipation of divine retribution or calamity. This term is used to describe the emotional response of individuals or groups when confronted with the overwhelming power or judgment of God. The usage of מְגוֹרַה underscores the human reaction to the divine presence or the unfolding of God's plans, which can evoke a deep-seated fear. In the Berean Standard Bible, this term is translated to reflect the intensity of the emotion, capturing the essence of being "affrighted" or "terrified."

An example of its usage can be found in the context of prophetic literature, where the impending judgment of God is depicted as causing terror among the people. This reflects the broader theological theme of the fear of the Lord, which is both a reverential awe and a recognition of His power and justice.

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