Strong's H4964 (Hebrew)[edit | edit source]

Lemma: מֶתֶג (metheg)

Pronunciation: meh-theg

POS: meh-theg Morph: n-m

Exegesis: from an unused root meaning to curb;

Definition: from an unused root meaning to curb; a bit; bit, bridle.

KJV Usage: bit, bridle.

Senses[edit | edit source]

• 1. 1) bridle
• 2. 1a) bridle (for animals)
• 3. 1b) control, authority (fig.)

Cross References[edit | edit source]

• GREEK G2759
• GREEK G5469

Blue Letter Bible entry