Definition
from an unused root meaning to curb; a bit
Traditional renderings: bit, bridle.
Traditional renderings: bit, bridle.
In the Greek Old Testament
How the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders מֶ֫תֶג:
Usage patterns
Occurrences
4 total
- 2 Kings 19:28וּמִתְגִּי֙ · and My bitBecause your rage and arrogance against Me have reached My ears, I will put My hook in your nose and My bit in your mouth; I will send you back the way you came.’
- Psalm 32:9בְּמֶֽתֶג־ · with bitDo not be like the horse or mule, which have no understanding; they must be controlled with bit and bridle to make them come to you.
- Proverbs 26:3מֶ֣תֶג · a bridleA whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey, and a rod for the backs of fools!
- Isaiah 37:29וּמִתְגִּי֙ · and My bitBecause your rage and arrogance against Me have reached My ears, I will put My hook in your nose and My bit in your mouth; I will send you back the way you came.’