הַ/תָּו֙
𐤄/𐤕𐤅
tâv
the mark
A visible sign or mark, often inscribed, painted, or otherwise placed as a distinguishing indicator; used particularly for a sign placed on individuals or objects, frequently for the purpose of differentiation, protection, or identification. In some contexts, the term can refer to a written sign or a personal signature. The semantic range encompasses physical marks, distinguishing symbols, and sometimes metaphorical or written tokens of identification.
Ezekiel 9:6 · Word #13
Lexicon H8420
| Lemma | תָּו |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤕𐤅 |
| Transliteration | tâv |
| Strong's | H8420 |
| Definition | A visible sign or mark, often inscribed, painted, or otherwise placed as a distinguishing indicator; used particularly for a sign placed on individuals or objects, frequently for the purpose of differentiation, protection, or identification. In some contexts, the term can refer to a written sign or a personal signature. The semantic range encompasses physical marks, distinguishing symbols, and sometimes metaphorical or written tokens of identification. |
Morphology HTd/Ncmsa
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 | the mark |
SIBI-P1 Translation H8420-01
the distinguishing mark
| Morphological Notes | Noun, common, masculine singular absolute with definite article (הַתָּו). |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun תָּו denotes the result of marking or inscribing—namely a visible sign placed for identification or protection. The definite article הַ and masculine singular absolute form are reflected in the rendering "the distinguishing mark." |
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