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Original Word:מִכְתָּם
Part of Speech:Noun Masculine
Transliteration:miktam
Pronunciation:mik-tahm'
Phonetic Spelling:(mik-tawm')
Definition:Miktam
Meaning:an engraving, a poem

Word Origin:Derived from an unused root meaning "to engrave" or "to inscribe."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries:There is no direct Greek equivalent for "Miktam" in the Septuagint or the New Testament, as it is a specific Hebrew term related to the Psalms.

Usage:The term "Miktam" is used in the titles of six Psalms (Psalms 16, 56, 57, 58, 59, and 60) and is traditionally understood to denote a type of psalm or song. The exact meaning of "Miktam" is uncertain, but it is often interpreted as "a golden psalm" or "an inscription," suggesting a composition of special significance or value.

Cultural and Historical Background:In the context of ancient Hebrew poetry, titles such as "Miktam" may have indicated the style, purpose, or musical setting of the psalm. These psalms are attributed to David and are often associated with times of distress or danger, reflecting themes of trust in God and deliverance. The use of "Miktam" may imply that these psalms were considered precious or worthy of preservation, possibly inscribed on tablets or other materials for posterity.

Word Origin
of uncertain derivation
Definition
a technical term in psalm titles.

, a technical term in Psalm titles, meaning unknown ( : compare Bae^{Ps. p. xiii f.}); always withPsalm 16:1;Psalm 60:1;Psalm 56:1;Psalm 57:1;Psalm 58:1;Psalm 59:1.

Michtam

Fromkatham; an engraving, i.e. (techn.) A poem -- Michtam.

see HEBREWkatham

מִ֫כְתָּ֥ם מִכְתָּ֑ם מִכְתָּ֖ם מִכְתָּ֥ם מִכְתָּֽם׃ מכתם מכתם׃ michTam miḵ·tām miḵtāmInterlinear Greek •Interlinear Hebrew •Strong's Numbers •Englishman's Greek Concordance •Englishman's Hebrew Concordance •Parallel Texts