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Cheek Teeth

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ISBE 1915

(methalle`ah, transposed from malta`ah (only in Ps 58:6), literally "the biter," "crusher," "molar," "jaw-teeth," "great teeth" (Job 29:17 m; Joe 1:6)).

Figurative: The word is used as a synonym of reckless strength and cruelty.

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (1915) · public domain

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