מַעֲקֶה

ma.a.qehparapetHow to read Hebrew
hebrewOld TestamentNoun · masculine1 occurrence1 book1 verse

Definition

from an unused root meaning to repress; a parapet
Traditional renderings: battlement.

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

1 total
  1. Deuteronomy 22:8מַעֲקֶ֖ה · a railing
    If you build a new house, you are to construct a railing around your roof, so that you do not bring bloodguilt on your house if someone falls from it.