This word comes from the name of Higgaion.
Definition
intensive from H1897; a murmuring sound, i.e. a musical notation (probably similar to the modern affettuoso to indicate solemnity of movement); by implication, a machination
Traditional renderings: device, Higgaion, meditation, solemn sound.
Traditional renderings: device, Higgaion, meditation, solemn sound.
Glossary entries
Where it occurs
Occurrences
4 total
- Psalm 9:16הִגָּי֥וֹן · HiggaionThe LORD is known by the justice He brings; the wicked are ensnared by the work of their hands. Higgaion Selah
- Psalm 19:14וְהֶגְי֣וֹן · and the meditationMay the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.
- Psalm 92:3הִגָּי֣וֹן · and the melody…with the ten-stringed harp and the melody of the lyre.
- Lamentations 3:62וְהֶגְיוֹנָ֔ם · and murmuring…the slander and murmuring of my assailants against me all day long.