Strong’s H4599

מַעְיָן

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

ma`yan

Pronunciation

mah-yahn, mah-yeh-no, mah-yah-nah

Definition

Spring, fountain, source

Meaning

a fountain, a source

Usage

The term "mayan" primarily refers to a natural spring or fountain, a source of water that emerges from the ground. It is often used metaphorically in the Hebrew Bible to signify life, sustenance, and spiritual refreshment. The imagery of a spring is frequently associated with God's provision and blessing.

Bible references

Genesis 7:11;Genesis 8:2;Leviticus 11:36;Joshua 15:9;Joshua 18:15;1 Kings 18:5;2 Kings 3:19;2 Kings 3:25;2 Chronicles 32:4;Psalm 74:15;Psalm 84:6;Psalm 87:7;Psalm 104:10;Psalm 114:8;Proverbs 5:16;Proverbs 8:24;Proverbs 25:26;Songs 4:12;Songs 4:15;Isaiah 12:3;Isaiah 41:18;Hosea 13:15;Joel 3:18