הָ/אֵ֔שׁ
𐤄/𐤀𐤔
ʼêsh
the fire
A physical phenomenon characterized by visible flames, heat, and combustion; used literally to denote the element of fire as a natural force or as a substance. Also used metaphorically and symbolically to express concepts such as destruction, purification, divine presence, or intense emotion. In cultic and ritual contexts, denotes the fire of sacrifices and offerings, often signifying the acceptance or presence of a deity. Includes figurative uses relating to judgment, divine wrath, and intense experience.
Leviticus 1:12 · Word #15
Lexicon H784
| Lemma | אֵשׁ |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤀𐤔 |
| Transliteration | ʼêsh |
| Strong's | H784 |
| Definition | A physical phenomenon characterized by visible flames, heat, and combustion; used literally to denote the element of fire as a natural force or as a substance. Also used metaphorically and symbolically to express concepts such as destruction, purification, divine presence, or intense emotion. In cultic and ritual contexts, denotes the fire of sacrifices and offerings, often signifying the acceptance or presence of a deity. Includes figurative uses relating to judgment, divine wrath, and intense experience. |
Morphology HTd/Ncbsa
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | b — Both — Both (masculine and feminine) |
| Number | s — Singular — Singular |
| State | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | the fire |
SIBI-P1 Translation H784-05
the fire
| Morphological Notes | Common noun, singular, absolute state, with prefixed definite article; gender grammatically both (often treated as feminine). |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun derives directly from the root conveying burning and fire. The prefixed definite article (הָ) requires the rendering "the fire," preserving its singular, definite form without adding contextual nuance. |
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