Strong’s H4979

מַתָּנָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

mattanah

Pronunciation

mat-taw-NAH

Definition

Gift

Meaning

a present, a sacrificial offering, a bribe

Usage

The Hebrew word "mattanah" refers to a gift or present. It is used in the context of something given freely and graciously, often as an expression of goodwill or favor. In the biblical narrative, it can denote both tangible gifts and metaphorical blessings.

Bible references

Genesis 25:6;Exodus 28:38;Leviticus 23:38;Numbers 18:6;Numbers 18:7;Numbers 18:29;Deuteronomy 16:17;2 Chronicles 21:3;Esther 9:22;Psalm 68:18;Proverbs 15:27;Ecclesiastes 7:7;Ezekiel 20:26;Ezekiel 20:31;Ezekiel 20:39;Ezekiel 46:16;Ezekiel 46:17