Strong’s H4422

מָלַט

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

malat

Pronunciation

mah-LAHT

Definition

To escape, deliver, save, rescue

Meaning

to be smooth, to escape, to release, rescue, to bring forth young, emit sparks

Usage

The Hebrew verb "malat" primarily conveys the idea of escaping or being delivered from danger or distress. It is often used in contexts where an individual or group is saved from physical peril, such as enemies or natural disasters. The term can also imply spiritual or moral deliverance, highlighting God's role as a deliverer.

Bible references

Genesis 19:17;Genesis 19:17;Genesis 19:19;Genesis 19:20;Genesis 19:22;Judges 3:26;Judges 3:26;Judges 3:29;1 Samuel 19:10;1 Samuel 19:11;1 Samuel 19:12;1 Samuel 19:17;1 Samuel 19:18;1 Samuel 20:29;1 Samuel 22:1;1 Samuel 22:20;1 Samuel 23:13;1 Samuel 27:1;1 Samuel 27:1;1 Samuel 27:1;1 Samuel 30:17;2 Samuel 1:3;2 Samuel 4:6;2 Samuel 19:5;2 Samuel 19:9