Strong’s H4273

מַחַץ

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

machats

Pronunciation

mah-khats'

Definition

To smite, wound, pierce, shatter

Meaning

a contusion

Usage

The Hebrew verb "machats" primarily conveys the action of striking or smiting with force, often resulting in a wound or shattering. It is used in contexts where a decisive blow is delivered, whether in battle or as a metaphor for divine judgment. The term emphasizes the power and effectiveness of the action, often with a connotation of complete destruction or defeat.

Bible references

Isaiah 30:26