Strong’s H4965

מֶתֶג הָאַמָּה

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

Metheg ha-'Ammah

Pronunciation

meh'-theg hah-am-mah'

Definition

"Bridle of the mother city" or "control of the capital."

Meaning

Metheg-ha-Ammah

Usage

The phrase "metheg ha-ammah" is used to denote control or dominion over a significant city or region. It implies a position of authority or governance, often in a military or political context.

Bible references

2 Samuel 8:1