Hebrew · H4642, G2616

מַעֲשַׁק

Oppression · to oppress

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מַעֲשַׁקָּה H4642 oppression

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καταδυναστεύω G2616 to oppress

Pronunciation katadynasteúō

Oppression through deliberate abuse of power against those unable to resist effectively.

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What does מַעֲשַׁק (ma'ashaq) mean in the Bible?

מַעֲשַׁקָּה · καταδυναστεύω is a Hebrew phrase meaning "extortion, exploitation, or oppressive treatment".

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What does מַעֲשַׁקָּה · καταδυναστεύω mean in the Bible?

מַעֲשַׁקָּה · καταδυναστεύω is a Hebrew phrase meaning "extortion, exploitation, or oppressive treatment".

How many biblical occurrences are listed for H4642, G2616?

H4642, G2616 is connected to 2 lexical occurrence verses in the lexicon data.

Evidence Summary

Hebrew phrase. extortion, exploitation, or oppressive treatment

Strong's H4642, G2616

Lexical occurrences 2 verses

Source Gloss

extortion, exploitation, or oppressive treatment

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