קְרָסָ֣י/ו
𐤒𐤓𐤎𐤉/𐤅
qereç
its clasps
A small fastening device, specifically a hook, clasp, or knob, used in constructing the tabernacle's curtains and coverings. The term indicates an object of metal (usually gold or bronze) shaped for joining fabric panels by attachment through loops, enabling the assembly and disassembly of the sanctuary structure. While often rendered 'tache' or 'clasp' in English translations, it denotes a utilitarian joining mechanism.
Exodus 39:33 · Word #11
Lexicon H7165
| Lemma | קֶרֶס |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤒𐤓𐤎 |
| Transliteration | qereç |
| Strong's | H7165 |
| Definition | A small fastening device, specifically a hook, clasp, or knob, used in constructing the tabernacle's curtains and coverings. The term indicates an object of metal (usually gold or bronze) shaped for joining fabric panels by attachment through loops, enabling the assembly and disassembly of the sanctuary structure. While often rendered 'tache' or 'clasp' in English translations, it denotes a utilitarian joining mechanism. |
Morphology HNcmpc/Sp3ms
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | m — Masculine — Masculine |
| Number | p — Plural — Plural |
| State | c — Construct — The noun is bound to the following word |
Common Translation
| Phrase | its clasps |
SIBI-P1 Translation H7165-04
his hook-fasteners
| Morphological Notes | Masculine plural noun in construct state + 3rd masculine singular pronominal suffix. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun derives from the root meaning "to bend/to hook," referring to bent metal devices used for fastening. The masculine plural construct form with a 3rd masculine singular suffix is reflected in "hook-fasteners" (plural) and "his." |
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