χεῖρας
cheír
hands
Hand; the anatomical part at the end of the arm used for grasping, holding, or manipulating objects. By extension, denotes agency, power, control, or instrumentality in executing actions. In figurative use, signifies authority, ability to do something, or the means by which something is accomplished. In idiomatic expressions, may refer to possession, protection, or responsibility.
John 7:44 · Word #14
Lexicon G5495
| Lemma | χείρ |
| Transliteration | cheír |
| Strong's | G5495 |
| Definition | Hand; the anatomical part at the end of the arm used for grasping, holding, or manipulating objects. By extension, denotes agency, power, control, or instrumentality in executing actions. In figurative use, signifies authority, ability to do something, or the means by which something is accomplished. In idiomatic expressions, may refer to possession, protection, or responsibility. |
Morphology N ACC F PL
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Case | ACC — Accusative — Direct object or extent |
| Gender | F — Feminine — Grammatical feminine |
| Number | PL — Plural — More than one |
Common Translation
| Phrase | hands |
| Literal | hands |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | χείρ |
| Strong's | G5495 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G5495-03
hands
| Morphological Notes | Noun, accusative feminine plural (Gr,N,,,,,AFP): direct object form, referring to multiple hands. |
| Rendering Rationale | The accusative feminine plural form denotes multiple hands as direct objects. "Hands" preserves the core anatomical sense while allowing for the extended meanings of agency or power inherent in the root. |
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