Original Word: מִעוּטָה
Part of Speech: Noun
Transliteration: miuttah
Pronunciation: mee-oo-tah
Phonetic Spelling: (maw-ote')
Definition: Fewness, smallness, diminution
Meaning: thinned, sharp

Word Origin: Derived from the root מָעַט (ma'at), which means "to be few" or "to diminish."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent concept can be found in words like ὀλίγος (oligos), meaning "few" or "little," as seen in passages like Matthew 7:14, where Jesus speaks of the narrow path that few find.

Usage: The term "miuttah" refers to the concept of being few in number or small in quantity. It is used to describe situations where there is a reduction or a limited amount of something. This word can be applied in various contexts, such as describing a small group of people, a limited amount of resources, or a diminished state.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, the concept of "fewness" or "smallness" could carry significant implications. A small number of people or resources might indicate vulnerability or weakness, especially in a culture that valued large families and abundant harvests as signs of divine blessing. Conversely, God often used the few to accomplish His purposes, demonstrating His power and sovereignty. The idea of "miuttah" can be seen in the context of God's ability to work through a remnant or a small group to achieve His plans.

Word Origin
scribal error, from marat, q.v.

wrapped up

Passive adjective of ma'at; thinned (as to the edge), i.e. Sharp -- wrapped up.

see HEBREW ma'at

מְעֻטָּ֥ה מעטה mə‘uṭṭāh mə·‘uṭ·ṭāh meutTahInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts