מְצֵלֶת
(Only dual) double tinklers , i.e. cymbals
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What does מְצֵלֶת (mĕṣēlet) mean in the Bible?
מְצֵלֶת (mĕṣēlet) is a Hebrew word meaning "(only dual) double tinklers , i.e. cymbals". (only dual) double tinklers, i.
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Meaning
Percussion instrument used exclusively in cultic worship; dual form emphasizes paired, resonant accompaniment to temple music
(only dual) double tinklers, i.e. cymbals BDB: cymbals Usage: cymbals.
Grammatical Forms
How this word appears across different grammatical cases and numbers.