Strong’s H4414

מָלַח

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

malach

Pronunciation

mah-lakh'

Definition

To salt, to season with salt

Meaning

to rub to pieces, pulverize, to disappear as dust, to salt

Usage

The Hebrew verb "malach" primarily means to salt or to season with salt. In the context of the Old Testament, it is often used in relation to the preparation of offerings and sacrifices, where salt was an essential element. Salt was used as a preservative and a purifying agent, symbolizing the enduring nature of God's covenant with His people.

Bible references

Exodus 30:35;Leviticus 2:13;Isaiah 51:6;Ezekiel 16:4;Ezekiel 16:4