Strong’s H4043

מָגֵן

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

magen

Pronunciation

mah-GEN or meh-gin-NAH

Definition

Shield

Meaning

a shield, a protector, the scaly hide of the crocodile

Usage

The Hebrew words "magen" and "meginnah" primarily denote a shield, a piece of defensive armor used in battle to protect the warrior from enemy attacks. In a broader sense, these terms are also used metaphorically in the Bible to describe God's protection and defense of His people. The shield symbolizes safety, security, and divine protection.

Bible references

Genesis 15:1;Deuteronomy 33:29;Judges 5:8;2 Samuel 1:21;2 Samuel 1:21;2 Samuel 22:3;2 Samuel 22:31;2 Samuel 22:36;1 Kings 10:17;1 Kings 10:17;1 Kings 14:26;1 Kings 14:27;2 Kings 19:32;1 Chronicles 5:18;2 Chronicles 9:16;2 Chronicles 9:16;2 Chronicles 12:9;2 Chronicles 12:10;2 Chronicles 14:8;2 Chronicles 17:17;2 Chronicles 23:9;2 Chronicles 26:14;2 Chronicles 32:5;2 Chronicles 32:27;Nehemiah 4:16