Strong’s H4941

מִשְׁפָט

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

mishpat

Pronunciation

mish-PAWT

Definition

Judgment, justice, ordinance, law, decision, right

Meaning

a verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style

Usage

The Hebrew word "mishpat" primarily refers to the act of judgment or the administration of justice. It encompasses a range of meanings including legal decisions, ordinances, and the concept of justice itself. In the Old Testament, "mishpat" is often used to describe God's righteous judgments, the legal decisions of human judges, and the laws or ordinances given to Israel. It signifies a standard of rightness and fairness, reflecting God's character and His expectations for human conduct.

Bible references

Genesis 18:19;Genesis 18:25;Genesis 40:13;Exodus 15:25;Exodus 21:1;Exodus 21:9;Exodus 21:31;Exodus 23:6;Exodus 24:3;Exodus 26:30;Exodus 28:15;Exodus 28:29;Exodus 28:30;Exodus 28:30;Leviticus 5:10;Leviticus 9:16;Leviticus 18:4;Leviticus 18:5;Leviticus 18:26;Leviticus 19:15;Leviticus 19:35;Leviticus 19:37;Leviticus 20:22;Leviticus 24:22;Leviticus 25:18