עֲלֵ/הֶ֔ן
𐤏𐤋/𐤄𐤍
ʻal
on them
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.
Exodus 29:22 · Word #20
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. |
Morphology HR/Sp3fp
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| Part of Speech | R — Preposition — Shows relationship between words |
Common Translation
| Phrase | on them |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5921-08
over them (feminine)
| Morphological Notes | Preposition עַל with 3rd person feminine plural pronominal suffix (-הֶן). |
| Rendering Rationale | The preposition עַל conveys elevation or position above, extended to authority, causation, or relation. The 3rd person feminine plural suffix -הֶן specifies the object as "them" (feminine plural), yielding "over them" while preserving the root sense of elevation. |
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