שֵׂ֣כֶל
𐤔𐤊𐤋
sekel
discernment
Intelligent insight, understanding, or sound judgment marked by the capacity to discern, comprehend, or succeed in practical matters. The term encompasses both cognitive intelligence and prudent, effective action, especially in contexts where interpretive, strategic, or skillful decision-making is highlighted. Used for intellectual acumen, good sense, or the outcome of wise behavior.
2 Chronicles 2:11 · Word #20
Lexicon H7922
| Lemma | שֶׂכֶל |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤔𐤊𐤋 |
| Transliteration | sekel |
| Strong's | H7922 |
| Definition | Intelligent insight, understanding, or sound judgment marked by the capacity to discern, comprehend, or succeed in practical matters. The term encompasses both cognitive intelligence and prudent, effective action, especially in contexts where interpretive, strategic, or skillful decision-making is highlighted. Used for intellectual acumen, good sense, or the outcome of wise behavior. |
Morphology HNcmsa
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | m — Masculine — Masculine |
| Number | s — Singular — Singular |
| State | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | discernment |
SIBI-P1 Translation H7922-04
wise insight
| Morphological Notes | Masculine singular common noun, absolute state. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun שֶׂכֶל denotes the faculty or quality derived from the root שׂכל—intelligent, discerning understanding that leads to prudent action. "Wise insight" preserves both the cognitive and practical dimensions inherent in the root while reflecting its masculine singular absolute noun form. |
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