Strong’s H4196
מִזְבֵּחַ
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
mizbeach
Pronunciation
miz-BAY-akh
Definition
Altar
Meaning
an altar
Usage
The term "mizbeach" refers to an altar, a structure upon which offerings or sacrifices are made to God. In the Hebrew Bible, altars are central to worship and are used for burnt offerings, peace offerings, sin offerings, and other sacrifices. They serve as a place of communion between God and His people, symbolizing atonement, thanksgiving, and dedication.
Bible references
Genesis 8:20;Genesis 8:20;Genesis 12:7;Genesis 12:8;Genesis 13:4;Genesis 13:18;Genesis 22:9;Genesis 22:9;Genesis 26:25;Genesis 33:20;Genesis 35:1;Genesis 35:3;Genesis 35:7;Exodus 17:15;Exodus 20:24;Exodus 20:25;Exodus 20:26;Exodus 21:14;Exodus 24:4;Exodus 24:6;Exodus 27:1;Exodus 27:1;Exodus 27:5;Exodus 27:5;Exodus 27:6