עָלֶ֖י/ךָ
𐤏𐤋𐤉/𐤊
ʻal
upon-you
A preposition expressing spatial, figurative, and relational concepts, particularly indicating a position 'above,' 'over,' or 'upon,' whether physically (in space), metaphorically (in authority or causality), or circumstantially (in regard to, concerning). It can also introduce reasons, causes, or responsibility, and is often used in extended senses to denote relationships such as concerning, on account of, against, or in regard to someone or something.
Deuteronomy 7:22 · Word #16
Lexicon H5921
| Lemma | עַל |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤏𐤋 |
| Transliteration | ʻal |
| Strong's | H5921 |
| Definition | A preposition expressing spatial, figurative, and relational concepts, particularly indicating a position 'above,' 'over,' or 'upon,' whether physically (in space), metaphorically (in authority or causality), or circumstantially (in regard to, concerning). It can also introduce reasons, causes, or responsibility, and is often used in extended senses to denote relationships such as concerning, on account of, against, or in regard to someone or something. |
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| Part of Speech | R — Preposition — Shows relationship between words |
Common Translation
| Phrase | upon-you |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5921-14
upon you
| Morphological Notes | Preposition עַל with 2nd person masculine singular pronominal suffix |
| Rendering Rationale | The preposition derives from the root conveying ascent or elevation, expressing a position over or above. The 2nd person masculine singular suffix is preserved as "you," yielding "upon you" as a direct elevation-based relation. |
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