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H651
אָפֵל
ʼâphêl
adjective
1 form
to grow dark, to become obscure
Dark, deep shadow, very obscure; describes a state of pronounced darkness, often in contrast with light or clarity. In context, can refer to literal darkness (e.g., absence of light) or to figurative …
H652
אֹפֶל
ʼôphel
noun
3 forms
to be dark, to grow dark, to obscure
A state or condition of deep darkness or gloom, often used metaphorically for severe ignorance, calamity, or distress. In some contexts, denotes physical darkness or obscurity, particularly in highly …
H653
אֲפֵלָה
ʼăphêlâh
noun
6 forms
to be dark, obscure, cover with darkness
Darkness, intense gloom, or deep obscurity—especially a state of deep shade, absence of light, or condition of being hidden from view. The term primarily denotes a palpable, enveloping darkness or glo…
H654
אֶפְלָל
ʼEphlâl
noun
2 forms
to judge, to intercede, to mediate
Ephlal — a proper masculine name referring to an Israelite individual, specifically a descendant of Zerah of the tribe of Judah in post-exilic genealogies. The name is likely derived from the root mea…
H655
אֹפֶן
ʼôphen
noun
1 form
to turn, revolve, wheel (object or motion)
Basic sense: a wheel or (occasionally) a circular structure; by extension, something that revolves or moves in cycles. In poetic and figurative language, refers to timing, a period, or season, especia…
H656
אָפֵס
ʼâphêç
verb
2 forms
to cease, come to an end, disappear, be no more
To come to an end, cease to exist, or be no more; to be exhausted, used up, or rendered null. This verb expresses the sense of something reaching its limit or vanishing so that it no longer remains. I…
H657
אֶפֶס
ʼepheç
noun
13 forms
to end, cease to exist, reach a limit
A limit, end, or extremity; in various contexts, can denote a boundary (geographical or abstract), a point of cessation, or nonexistence. Used often as a negative particle or adverbial expression (e.g…
H658
אֶפֶס דַּמִּים
ʼEpheç Dammîym
noun
2 forms
end, extremity, boundary; blood, bloodshed
Proper name designating a specific location: 'Ephes-Dammim', literally 'edge of blood' or 'boundary of blood.' Refers to a place identified as a border area notable for prior bloodshed or conflict. In…
H659
אֵפַע
ʼêphaʻ
noun
1 form
uncertain, possibly to breathe, to vanish, to be insubstantial
A measure of insignificance, triviality, or 'nothingness;' primarily used to indicate something of no substance or value, often idiomatically in parallel to expressions such as 'not at all' or 'for no…
H660
אֶפְעֶה
ʼephʻeh
noun
1 form
to hiss, emit a sharp sound
A venomous serpent, specifically an asp or viper; denotes a poisonous snake, likely characterized by its hissing sound and dangerous bite. The term is used to refer to actual snakes as well as, metaph…
H661
אָפַף
ʼâphaph
verb
2 forms
to surround, to encircle, to envelop
To encompass, encircle, or envelop completely. Used both literally for physically surrounding or closing in upon something or someone, and figuratively for experiences or emotions (such as fear or dis…
H662
אָפַק
ʼâphaq
verb
6 forms
to be strong, to restrain, to contain
A verb meaning primarily to hold back, restrain, or control, especially in the sense of restraining emotion (such as anger or weeping) or preventing oneself from reacting. It denotes deliberate self-c…
H663
אֲפֵק
ʼĂphêq
noun
5 forms
to be strong, to hold in, to fortify
Proper noun designating several different fortified sites or settlements in the Hebrew Bible named Aphek (or Aphik). The term is derived from a root meaning 'strength' or 'fortification,' hence the na…
H664
אֲפֵקָה
ʼĂphêqâh
noun
1 form
to be strong, restrain, confine
Proper noun designating a specific populated site or fortified location, typically rendered as 'Aphekah'. In biblical usage, the name identifies a particular town associated with fortification or stra…
H665
אֵפֶר
ʼêpher
noun
6 forms
to scatter, to strew, to cover (with dust or ashes)
Finely powdered residue remaining after the complete burning or combustion of organic material, especially wood, bones, or sacrifices. In ritual contexts, it refers to the material left on an altar af…
H666
אֲפֵר
ʼăphêr
noun
2 forms
to cover, to strew, to turn into ashes
A kind of head covering or headdress, specifically a turban or wrap worn on the head. The sense is distinct from ashes (אֵפֶר), although the words are related etymologically. In its only biblical occu…
H667
אֶפְרֹחַ
ʼephrôach
noun
5 forms
to break forth, to sprout, to blossom
A newly hatched bird, a chick; used for the young of birds specifically at the stage shortly after emerging from the egg. The term denotes the animal in this early, vulnerable phase, distinct from bot…
H668
אַפִּרְיוֹן
ʼappiryôwn
noun
1 form
to carry, to bear ceremonially (as a transport device)
A portable enclosed litter or carriage, especially one used for ceremonial or festive processions, typically borne on the shoulders; in poetic or high-status contexts, a richly decorated palanquin (se…
H669
אֶפְרַיִם
ʼEphrayim
noun
6 forms
to be fruitful, to bear fruit, to produce offspring
Ephrayim: a personal, tribal, and geographic name in the Hebrew Bible. Primarily, it designates (1) the younger son of Joseph and Asenath born in Egypt, (2) the people descending from him (the tribe o…
H670
אֲפָרְסַי
ʼĂphârᵉçay
noun
1 form
uncertain; perhaps refers to a region or people-group name
A member of a group referred to as Apharsites, listed among various foreign peoples settled in the province of Samaria by Assyrian or Persian authorities. The term functions as a gentilic, identifying…
H671
אֲפַרְסְכַי
ʼĂpharçᵉkay
noun
2 forms
identity, ethnicity, people group (of foreign/exogenous origin)
A designation for a specific ethnic or tribal group, referred to as 'Apharsekite' or 'Apharsathkite,' appearing only in several lists of populations within the Aramaic sections of Ezra. The precise et…
H672
אֶפְרָת
ʼEphrâth
noun
4 forms
to bear fruit, be fruitful
A proper noun primarily designating a geographic area or settlement in ancient Judah, most notably associated with Bethlehem; also used as a personal name for an Israelite woman. The name carries unde…
H673
אֶפְרָתִי
ʼEphrâthîy
noun
3 forms
to be fruitful, to bear fruit (root sense of אפר, as seen in place name Ephrath)
Denotes a person originating from either Ephrath (an earlier name for Bethlehem in Judah) or, less commonly, related to the territory of Ephraim. Most frequently used to indicate someone from Ephrath/…
H674
אַפְּתֹם
ʼappᵉthôm
noun
1 form
to assign, pay tribute, give revenue (as per Persian origin)
A form of tax, tribute, or revenue collected by a governing authority; typically used in administrative contexts within Aramaic portions of the Hebrew Bible specifically to refer to imposed payments, …
H675
אֶצְבּוֹן
ʼEtsbôwn
noun
2 forms
uncertain (possibly: to shape, to grasp, to finger, but not established)
Etsbon – a proper name referencing two individuals in the genealogies of the Israelite tribes, specifically a son of Gad and a descendant of the tribe of Benjamin. The name's lexical meaning is uncert…
H676
אֶצְבַּע
ʼetsbaʻ
noun
15 forms
to grasp, take hold, seize
A finger (of the hand), or by extension a toe (of the foot); the anatomical digit of humans or animals, especially the finger, sometimes used metaphorically to refer to a small amount, to point out, o…
H677
אֶצְבַּע
ʼetsbaʻ
noun
3 forms
to grasp, to seize, to manipulate
A finger (of a human hand, or figuratively of a deity); by extension in some contexts, a toe (of a human or animal foot). The primary sense is that of the digit extending from the hand, used for point…
H678
אָצִיל
ʼâtsîyl
noun
2 forms
to reserve, to set apart, to separate
Projecting part or extremity, such as an edge, border, or outlying region; also, by extension, one who is set apart or distinguished, especially a person of high rank or nobility. The term denotes bot…
H679
אַצִּיל
ʼatstsîyl
noun
3 forms
to be prominent, to set apart, to separate, to distinguish
Forearm, prominent part of the arm or body; in architectural contexts, a projecting or prominent part of a structure, such as a wall ledge. The primary lexical meaning relates to something 'distinguis…
H680
אָצַל
ʼâtsal
verb
5 forms
to separate, to set apart, to withdraw, to reserve
To separate out, set apart, or withdraw (someone or something) from a group or whole, often for a special purpose, including the sense of reserving or appointing distinctively. In certain contexts, it…
H681
אֵצֶל
ʼêtsel
preposition
10 forms
to set aside, to join closely, to reserve
A location or position beside, alongside, or by the side of something or someone; used in both literal and figurative contexts to indicate proximity or adjacency. As a preposition, it communicates nea…
H682
אָצֵל
ʼÂtsêl
noun
3 forms
to reserve, to separate, to set apart
Proper noun: (1) Atsel/Azel, a personal name applied to an Israelite individual in biblical genealogies; (2) a geographical location mentioned in post-exilic prophetic literature, likely near Jerusale…
H683
אֲצַלְיָהוּ
ʼĂtsalyâhûw
noun
1 form
to reserve, to set aside, to spare, to separate
A personal name meaning 'Yahweh has reserved' or 'Yahweh has set aside.' The name is composed of a verb relating to reserving or setting apart and a theophoric element referring to Yahweh. Used as the…
H684
אֹצֶם
ʼÔtsem
noun
2 forms
to be strong, powerful, mighty, vast
Proper noun designating two individuals named 'Otsem' in the genealogical records of the Hebrew Bible. Though related to notions of strength or vigor, the actual lexical use is limited to its function…
H685
אֶצְעָדָה
ʼetsʻâdâh
noun
2 forms
to step, to stride
A type of ornamental chain, typically worn around the ankle or wrist, made of interlinked steps or links; in biblical Hebrew, refers to a decorative piece of jewelry, most often understood as an ankle…
H686
אָצַר
ʼâtsar
verb
4 forms
to store, to accumulate, to restrain, to keep in reserve
To store, accumulate, or reserve something intentionally; to keep or hold back, often with a sense of purposeful retention or safeguarding. The verb is used both for storing physical goods, such as gr…
H687
אֶצֶר
ʼEtser
noun
2 forms
to store up, treasure, keep
Proper name designating an individual, Etser (Ezer), identified as an Edomite clan chief in the genealogies of Genesis. While derived from a verb meaning 'to store up,' as a name it denotes a person a…
H688
אֶקְדָּח
ʼeqdâch
noun
1 form
to burn, kindle, ignite
A precious stone characterized by a fiery or glowing appearance; likely a red gemstone, such as a carbuncle, garnet, or similar mineral, noted for its deep color and brilliance in ancient contexts. In…
H689
אַקּוֹ
ʼaqqôw
noun
1 form
to be slender, long, to stretch
Aqko—a type of wild mountain goat or ibex common to the rocky, arid regions of the ancient Near East, identified specifically as the Nubian ibex (Capra nubiana) or a closely related caprine species. T…
H690
אֲרָא
ʼărâʼ
noun
1 form
uncertain; possibly to be lion-like, to be strong (if from ארי)
Proper name referring to an individual, 'Ara,' listed as an ancestor of a clan among the Israelite families returning from Babylonian exile. The meaning of the name itself is uncertain and may relate …
H691
אֶרְאֵל
ʼerʼêl
noun
1 form
lion, strength, might
Refers to a person or persons of exceptional bravery or valor, often in a martial or heroic context. Can denote an individual fighter who displays courage in battle, or, collectively, a group or categ…
H692
אַרְאֵלִי
ʼArʼêlîy
noun
3 forms
to be heroic, lion-like (possible root meanings of אראל)
Areli—personal name designating a male ancestor of a clan within the tribe of Gad, and by extension the members of that clan (the Arelites); used exclusively in genealogical contexts to identify triba…
H693
אָרַב
ʼârab
verb
22 forms
to ambush, to lie in wait, to lurk
To lie in wait, to set an ambush; to conceal oneself with the intent to attack or surprise. The verb primarily denotes deliberate concealment or positioning with a view to hostile or predatory action,…
H694
אֲרָב
ʼĂrâb
noun
1 form
to lie in wait, ambush, lurk
Name of a location, ʼĂrâb, specifically a settlement in southern Judah, attested as a populated place within the tribal allotment of the Judahites. The lexical function is that of a proper noun denoti…
H695
אֶרֶב
ʼereb
noun
1 form
to lie in wait, to ambush, to lurk
Place of ambush or lying in wait, typically denoting a hidden or concealed location where individuals or groups position themselves for the purpose of surprise attack, entrapment, or surveillance. In …
H696
אֹרֶב
ʼôreb
noun
1 form
to lie in wait, ambush, lurk
A place or instance of lying in wait; an ambush, ambuscade, or the act of lurking with hostile intent. Refers generally to a concealed position or group waiting to attack or intercept, usually in a mi…
H697
אַרְבֶּה
ʼarbeh
noun
6 forms
to be many, to multiply, to become great, to increase
Locust; a migratory, swarming grasshopper species known for its destructive plagues and rapid multiplication. The term primarily refers to the desert locust (Schistocerca gregaria) or similar species …
H698
אׇרֳבָה
ʼorŏbâh
noun
1 form
to lie in wait, ambush, lurk
A spot designated as a place of lying in wait (ambush), specifically the physical location or hideout used by those setting an ambush. The term is used almost exclusively in the plural, referring to a…
H699
אֲרֻבָּה
ʼărubbâh
noun
5 forms
to lie in wait, to ambush, to lurk
An opening or aperture in a wall or roof, typically designed for ventilation, light, or passage of smoke, water, or birds; can designate a lattice, window, chimney, dovecote, or sluice according to co…
H700
אֲרֻבּוֹת
ʼĂrubbôwth
noun
1 form
to ambush, to lie in wait, opening (as in a window or lattice)
Proper noun; the name of a district or administrative region mentioned in the period of the united monarchy, specifically in the context of Solomon's twelve administrative districts. The term refers t…