מָלַט
Properly, to be smooth , i.e. (by implication) to escape (as if by slipperiness); causatively, to release or rescue ; specifically, to bring forth young , emit sparks
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What does מָלַט (mālaṭ) mean in the Bible?
מָלַט (mālaṭ) is a Hebrew word meaning "properly, to be smooth , i.e. (by implication) to escape (as if by slipperiness); causatively, to release or rescue ; specifically, to bring forth young , emit sparks". properly, to be smooth, i.
Meaning
Escape through slipperiness; to slip away from danger or constraints, hence to deliver or preserve.
properly, to be smooth, i.e. (by implication) to escape (as if by slipperiness); causatively, to release or rescue; specifically, to bring forth young, emit sparks BDB: slip away Usage: deliver (self), escape, lay, leap out, let alone, let go, preserve, save, × speedily, × surely.
Grammatical Forms
How the stem changes the meaning of this verb across the biblical text.
Niphal passive or reflexive — the subject receives or experiences the action 40×
Piel intensive active — emphasizes thoroughness or repeated action 14×
Hithpael reflexive or reciprocal — the subject acts on itself or mutually with others 1×
Biblical Occurrences
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Biblical Witnesses
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