Original Word: מַק
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: maq
Pronunciation: mahk
Phonetic Spelling: (mak)
Definition: Smite, strike, wound
Meaning: a melting, putridity

rottenness, stink

From maqaq; properly, a melting, i.e. Putridity -- rottenness, stink.

see HEBREW maqaq

Word Origin
from maqaq
Definition
decay, rottenness
NASB Translation
putrefaction (1), rot (1).

מַק (with article מָק) noun masculine decay, rottenness; — תַּחַת בּשֹׁם מַק יִהְיֶה Isaiah 3:24 instead of perfume rottenness shall there be; figurative שָׁרְשָׁם כַּמָּק יִהְיֶה Isaiah 5:24 ("" וּפִרְחָם כָּאָבָק יַעַלֶה).

מִקְרָא see I. קרא. מִקְרֶה, מִקָרֶה see קרה

מְקֵרָה see קרר. I. מִקְשָׁה, מִקְישֶׁה see קשׁה

II. מִקְשָׁה see [ קִשֻּׁאָה].

I. מַר, מֹר, מָרָא Ruth 1:20, see I. מרר.

II. מַר see II. מרר.

Word Origin: Derived from the root verb מָקַק (maqaq), which means "to melt" or "to decay."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • The corresponding Greek entry in Strong's Concordance is G2868 (κάκωσις, kakōsis), which refers to "affliction" or "suffering." While not a direct translation, the Greek term shares a thematic connection with מַק (maq) in terms of describing a state of distress or degradation, often as a result of sin or divine judgment.

Usage: The term מַק (maq) is used in the Hebrew Bible to convey the idea of physical or moral decay, often in the context of judgment or divine retribution.

Context: • The Hebrew word מַק (maq) appears in the context of describing a condition of decay or corruption. It is often used metaphorically to illustrate the consequences of sin or divine judgment. The imagery of melting or putridity serves to emphasize the severity and repulsiveness of the state being described.
• In the Berean Standard Bible, the term is used to highlight the effects of divine judgment, where the physical decay mirrors the spiritual or moral corruption of the people. The use of מַק (maq) underscores the comprehensive nature of the decay, affecting both the physical and spiritual realms.
• The concept of decay is a recurring theme in the Hebrew Scriptures, often associated with the consequences of turning away from God. The use of מַק (maq) in these contexts serves as a powerful reminder of the need for repentance and the restoration that comes from returning to God.

כַּמָּ֣ק כמק מַ֣ק מק kam·māq kamMak kammāq mak maqInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts