פֶּן
𐤐𐤍
pên
lest
A conjunction introducing a negative purpose or precaution, meaning 'lest' (in order that not), indicating concern that a potentially undesired or harmful outcome should be avoided. The term signals preventative intention or a warning, introducing events, actions, or conditions that someone seeks to avert.
Genesis 26:9 · Word #18
Lexicon H6435
| Lemma | פֵּן |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤐𐤍 |
| Transliteration | pên |
| Strong's | H6435 |
| Definition | A conjunction introducing a negative purpose or precaution, meaning 'lest' (in order that not), indicating concern that a potentially undesired or harmful outcome should be avoided. The term signals preventative intention or a warning, introducing events, actions, or conditions that someone seeks to avert. |
Morphology HC
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | C — Conjunction — Connects words or clauses |
Common Translation
| Phrase | lest |
SIBI-P1 Translation H6435-01
lest
| Morphological Notes | Conjunction; negative purpose/precaution marker introducing a clause of prevention or warning. |
| Rendering Rationale | "Lest" faithfully represents the conjunction’s preventative force, expressing a turning away from a potential negative outcome. It reflects the root idea of פנה (to turn) in the sense of averting or turning aside from an undesired result. |
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