הַ/בָּשָֽׁן
𐤄/𐤁𐤔𐤍
Bashan
of Bashan
Bashan; a geographical region located east and northeast of the Jordan River, renowned in biblical literature for its fertile lands, rich pastures, and abundance of cattle. In some texts, it may refer more specifically to the high plateau area or territories associated with certain polities or chieftains. Its boundaries and extent vary depending on the biblical period and context, sometimes encompassing areas between the Yarmuk and Mount Hermon. The term 'Bashan' is used both with and without the definite article, reflecting its evolving status as a geographical and political entity.
Isaiah 2:13 · Word #10
Lexicon H1316
| Lemma | בָּשָׁן |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤁𐤔𐤍 |
| Transliteration | Bashan |
| Strong's | H1316 |
| Definition | Bashan; a geographical region located east and northeast of the Jordan River, renowned in biblical literature for its fertile lands, rich pastures, and abundance of cattle. In some texts, it may refer more specifically to the high plateau area or territories associated with certain polities or chieftains. Its boundaries and extent vary depending on the biblical period and context, sometimes encompassing areas between the Yarmuk and Mount Hermon. The term 'Bashan' is used both with and without the definite article, reflecting its evolving status as a geographical and political entity. |
Morphology HTd/Np
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | p — Proper Name — Proper name |
Common Translation
| Phrase | of Bashan |
SIBI-P1 Translation H1316-03
the Bashan
| Morphological Notes | Noun, proper name, masculine singular; prefixed definite article (הַ) |
| Rendering Rationale | The form includes the definite article הַ prefixed to the proper noun בָּשָׁן, yielding "the Bashan." As a toponym of uncertain root meaning, it is best rendered by its established regional name while preserving the definite article in this form. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
the Bashan
| Same as P1 | No — adjusted for context |
| Rationale | Proper noun transliterated from Hebrew. P1 meaning: in Bashan |
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