עֲלֵ/הֶ֛ם
𐤏𐤋/𐤄𐤌
ʻal
for them
A preposition expressing spatial, figurative, and relational concepts, particularly indicating a position 'above,' 'over,' or 'upon,' whether physically (in space), metaphorically (in authority or causality), or circumstantially (in regard to, concerning). It can also introduce reasons, causes, or responsibility, and is often used in extended senses to denote relationships such as concerning, on account of, against, or in regard to someone or something.
Leviticus 4:20 · Word #11
Lexicon H5921
| Lemma | עַל |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤏𐤋 |
| Transliteration | ʻal |
| Strong's | H5921 |
| Definition | A preposition expressing spatial, figurative, and relational concepts, particularly indicating a position 'above,' 'over,' or 'upon,' whether physically (in space), metaphorically (in authority or causality), or circumstantially (in regard to, concerning). It can also introduce reasons, causes, or responsibility, and is often used in extended senses to denote relationships such as concerning, on account of, against, or in regard to someone or something. |
Morphology HR/Sp3mp
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| Part of Speech | R — Preposition — Shows relationship between words |
Common Translation
| Phrase | for them |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5921-07
toward them
| Morphological Notes | Preposition אֵל with 3rd person masculine plural pronominal suffix (Sp3mp). |
| Rendering Rationale | The preposition אֵל primarily expresses motion or orientation toward a target. The 3rd person masculine plural suffix -הֶם specifies the object as 'them,' yielding the directional sense 'toward them.' |
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