בֵּית מִלּוֹא
𐤁𐤉𐤕 𐤌𐤋𐤅𐤀
Bêyth Millôwʼ
H1037
SILEX Entry
Definition
Proper noun identifying a specific fortified structure or district in ancient Jerusalem, denoting either the literal 'house or structure of the Millo' or the area associated with defensive works or ramparts. Refers to a notable landmark in Jerusalem, possibly a prominent part of the city's fortifications or administrative complex, and serves as a toponym.
Semantic Range
house of the Millo, structure of the Millo, rampart complex, raised embankment, fortified structure, citadel, district associated with ramparts, specialized area within Jerusalem
Root / Etymology
Compound of בַּיִת (bayit, 'house, structure') and מִלּוֹא (millōʼ, 'filling, rampart, earthwork'). The term בֵּית מִלּוֹא thus means 'house (or structure) of the Millo.' The root of מִלּוֹא is מ-ל-א, meaning 'to fill'.
Historical & Contextual Notes
בֵּית מִלּוֹא refers to a location in Jerusalem frequently connected with fortification or urban administration, notably in the narratives of the early monarchy (e.g., Judges 9:6, 2 Samuel 5:9, 1 Kings 9:15, 24, 11:27, 2 Kings 12:21, 2 Chronicles 32:5). The precise identification remains debated among archaeologists and historians. Some propose it referred to a rampart, supporting embankment, or filled terrace, integral to the city's defenses; others suggest it became a political/administrative center adjacent to the royal complex. Later Greek and English translations sometimes obscure the technical meaning by rendering it as a personal name, 'Millo,' or as a district. The term is distinct from general Israelite terms for fortress or tower (e.g., מִבְצָר, מִגְדָּל), implying a unique architectural or urban feature.
Original Strong's Gloss (1890)
or בֵּית מִלֹּא; from בַּיִת and מִלּוֹא; house of (the) rampart; Beth-Millo, the name of two citadels; house of Millo.
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