Strong’s H4726

מָקוֹר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

maqowr

Pronunciation

mah-KOHR

Definition

Source, fountain, spring

Meaning

something dug, a, source, of happiness, wisdom, progeny)

Usage

The Hebrew word "maqor" primarily refers to a source or fountain, often used metaphorically to describe the origin or wellspring of something. It can denote a physical spring of water or be used symbolically to represent the source of life, wisdom, or blessing. In the biblical context, it often emphasizes the life-giving and sustaining properties of water, which is essential in the arid climate of the ancient Near East.

Bible references

Leviticus 12:7;Leviticus 20:18;Leviticus 20:18;Psalm 36:9;Psalm 68:26;Proverbs 5:18;Proverbs 10:11;Proverbs 13:14;Proverbs 14:27;Proverbs 16:22;Proverbs 18:4;Proverbs 25:26;Jeremiah 2:13;Jeremiah 9:1;Jeremiah 17:13;Jeremiah 51:36;Hosea 13:15;Zechariah 13:1