Hebrew · H4209, G1012

מְזִמָּה

A plan , usually evil ( machination ), sometimes good ( sagacity ) · plan

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מְזִמָּהH4209a plan , usually evil ( machination ), sometimes good ( sagacity )

Pronunciationməzimmāh

Cunning mental scheming, predominantly malevolent intent, rarely sagacious; human plotting against divine order.

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βουλήG1012plan

Pronunciationboulḗ

Deliberate counsel or purpose, often divine; implies reasoned determination rather than mere will.

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What does מְזִמָּה (mezimmah) mean in the Bible?

מְזִמָּה · βουλή is a Hebrew phrase meaning "careful planning or thoughtful discernment".

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What does מְזִמָּה · βουλή mean in the Bible?

מְזִמָּה · βουλή is a Hebrew phrase meaning "careful planning or thoughtful discernment".

How many biblical occurrences are listed for H4209, G1012?

H4209, G1012 is connected to 19 lexical occurrence verses in the lexicon data.

Evidence Summary

Hebrew phrase. careful planning or thoughtful discernment

Strong'sH4209, G1012

Lexical occurrences19 verses

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careful planning or thoughtful discernment

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