וְ/עָלָ֖י/ו
𐤅/𐤏𐤋𐤉/𐤅
ʻal
and by him
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.
Numbers 2:20 · Word #1
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 HC/R/Sp3ms
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| Part of Speech | R — Preposition — Shows relationship between words |
Common Translation
| Phrase | and by him |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5921-45
and upon him
| Morphological Notes | Preposition עַל with prefixed conjunction וְ and 3rd person masculine singular pronominal suffix. |
| Rendering Rationale | The preposition עַל conveys elevation or position over/upon, extended to relational or causal senses. The prefixed conjunction וְ adds "and," and the 3ms suffix -ו marks "him," yielding "and upon him." |
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