Strong’s H4264

מַחֲנֶה

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

machaneh

Pronunciation

mah-khah-neh'

Definition

Camp, encampment, army, host

Meaning

an encampment, an army

Usage

The Hebrew word "machaneh" primarily refers to a camp or encampment, often used in the context of military settings. It can denote a temporary settlement of people, such as the Israelites during their wilderness journey, or an army prepared for battle. The term is also used metaphorically to describe a group or company of people united for a common purpose.

Bible references

Genesis 32:2;Genesis 32:7;Genesis 32:8;Genesis 32:8;Genesis 32:10;Genesis 32:21;Genesis 33:8;Genesis 50:9;Exodus 14:19;Exodus 14:20;Exodus 14:20;Exodus 14:24;Exodus 14:24;Exodus 16:13;Exodus 16:13;Exodus 19:16;Exodus 19:17;Exodus 29:14;Exodus 32:17;Exodus 32:19;Exodus 32:26;Exodus 32:27;Exodus 33:7;Exodus 33:7;Exodus 33:7