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The same name traced across the biblical canon and the Second Temple texts, side by side.

Michtam (A musical term)

Six psalms carry it in their heading. Whether it is musical or literary, nobody is sure.

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Six psalms carry it in their heading. Whether it is musical or literary, nobody is sure.

Who this is

Michtam is a Hebrew term appearing in the superscriptions of six psalms, likely a musical or literary designation whose exact meaning is uncertain, rather than the name of a person.

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H4387

Where it appears
  • Psalm 16:1
  • Psalm 56:1
  • Psalm 57:1
  • Psalm 58:1
  • Psalm 59:1
  • Psalm 60:1

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