Strong’s H4268
מַחֲסֶה
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
machaceh
Pronunciation
mah-khah-seh
Definition
Refuge, Shelter
Meaning
a shelter
Usage
The Hebrew word "machaseh" is used to denote a place of refuge or shelter, often in a metaphorical sense. It conveys the idea of safety, protection, and trust, particularly in the context of God's protection over His people. It is frequently used in the Psalms to describe God as a refuge for those who seek Him.
Bible references
Job 24:8;Psalm 14:6;Psalm 46:1;Psalm 61:3;Psalm 62:7;Psalm 62:8;Psalm 71:7;Psalm 73:28;Psalm 91:2;Psalm 91:9;Psalm 94:22;Psalm 104:18;Psalm 142:5;Proverbs 14:26;Isaiah 4:6;Isaiah 25:4;Isaiah 28:15;Isaiah 28:17;Jeremiah 17:17;Joel 3:16