אַל תַּשְׁחֵת

al tash.chetDo Not Destroy
hebrewOld TestamentNoun · masculine8 occurrences1 book4 verses
This word comes from the name of Al-taschith.

Definition

from H408 and H7843; 'Thou must not destroy'; probably the opening words to a popular song
Traditional renderings: Al-taschith.

Glossary entries

Al-Taschith

Where it occurs

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Occurrences

8 total
  1. Psalm 57:1 (2×)אַל־; תַּ֭שְׁחֵת · Do Not Destroy
    For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when he fled from Saul into the cave. Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy, for in You my soul takes refuge. In the shadow of Your wings I will take shelter until the danger has passed.
  2. Psalm 58:1 (2×)אַל־ · To the tune of; תַּשְׁחֵ֗ת · Do Not Destroy
    For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David. Do you indeed speak justly, O rulers? Do you judge uprightly, O sons of men?
  3. Psalm 59:1 (2×)אַל־ · To the tune of; תַּשְׁחֵת֮ · Do Not Destroy
    For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when Saul sent men to watch David’s house in order to kill him. Deliver me from my enemies, O my God; protect me from those who rise against me.
  4. Psalm 75:1 (2×)אַל־; תַּשְׁחֵ֑ת · [To the tune of] “Do Not Destroy
    For the choirmaster: To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Psalm of Asaph. A song. We give thanks to You, O God; we give thanks, for Your Name is near. The people declare Your wondrous works.