Strong’s H4307

מַטָּרָא

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

mattara'

Pronunciation

mat-taw-RAW

Definition

Target, mark, guard, prison

Meaning

a jail, an aim

Usage

The Hebrew word "mattara" primarily refers to a target or mark, often used in the context of aiming or focusing on a specific point. It can also denote a place of confinement or a guard post, indicating a location that is watched or protected. The term is used metaphorically to describe goals or objectives, as well as literal places of imprisonment.

Bible references

1 Samuel 20:20;Nehemiah 3:25;Nehemiah 12:39;Job 16:12;Jeremiah 32:2;Jeremiah 32:8;Jeremiah 32:12;Jeremiah 33:1;Jeremiah 37:21;Jeremiah 37:21;Jeremiah 38:6;Jeremiah 38:13;Jeremiah 38:28;Jeremiah 39:14;Jeremiah 39:15;Lamentations 3:12