מַטָּרָא
A jail (as a guard-house); also an aim (as being closely watched)
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What does מַטָּרָא (maṭārāʾ) mean in the Bible?
מַטָּרָא (maṭārāʾ) is a Hebrew word meaning "a jail (as a guard-house); also an aim (as being closely watched)". a jail (as a guard-house); also an aim (as being closely watched) BDB: guard Usage: mark, prison.
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Meaning
Confinement space where close observation enforces control; figuratively, any closely-watched target or aim.
a jail (as a guard-house); also an aim (as being closely watched) BDB: guard Usage: mark, prison.
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