Strong’s H4914

מְשׁל

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

mshowl

Pronunciation

meh-SHOHL

Definition

Proverb, parable, byword

Meaning

a satire

Usage

The term "meshol" refers to a short, pithy saying or a parable that conveys wisdom, moral lessons, or truths. It is often used in the context of teaching or illustrating a point through comparison or analogy. In the Hebrew Bible, "meshol" is frequently associated with the wisdom literature, particularly the Book of Proverbs, where it encapsulates the essence of practical and ethical teachings.

Bible references

Job 17:6