SILEX — Hebrew

H301 אֲחִישָׁר ʼĂchîyshâr noun 1 form

brother, song/singing

Proper name, masculine: Ahishar. An Israelite man identified in 1 Kings 4:6 as an official under King Solomon, specifically described as being "over the household." The name is constructed from two el…

H302 אֲחִיתֹפֶל ʼĂchîythôphel noun 2 forms

brother, to be tasteless, to be foolish, to be insipid

Personal name: Ahithophel. An Israelite individual known primarily as a counselor in the royal court of King David. The name carries the likely meaning 'my brother is foolishness' or 'the brother of f…

H303 אַחְלָב ʼAchlâb noun 1 form

to be fat, to be rich, to be fertile

Ahlab is a proper noun designating a specific location in the northwest region of ancient Canaan, later within territory associated with the Israelite tribe of Asher. The name itself appears to connot…

H304 אַחְלַי ʼAchlay noun 1 form

to implore, wish, request

Proper name referring to an Israelite female, and possibly an Israelite male, cited as the mother of Zabad (a warrior in David's army) and as the daughter of Sheshan in genealogical listings. The mean…

H305 אַחֲלַי ʼachălay particle 2 forms

to express grief, longing, to sigh

An expression of wish or longing, typically introducing a desire or regret; a particle used to introduce a wish concerning a present or future event, often unattainable or contrary to fact (i.e., an o…

H306 אַחְלָמָה ʼachlâmâh noun 1 form

uncertain; possibly related to 'dream' (חָלַם), but more likely simply 'precious stone'

A precious stone mentioned among the twelve gemstones in the high priest's breastpiece (hoshen), probably referencing a type of quartz crystal, with later tradition identifying it as 'amethyst.' The w…

H307 אַחְמְתָא ʼAchmᵉthâʼ noun 1 form

uncertain; foreign placename

A proper noun designating the city known as Ecbatana, which served historically as a royal city in Media and later as a summer capital for the Persian Empire. Refers specifically to this geographic lo…

H308 אֲחַסְבַּי ʼĂchaçbay noun 1 form

uncertain; as a personal name, no root meaning established

A personal name likely referring to an Israelite individual, attested in the context of genealogical records. The precise meaning of the name is uncertain due to unclear etymology. Used as a proper no…

H309 אָחַר ʼâchar verb 10 forms

to be behind, come after, be late, tarry

To remain behind, linger, or be delayed. The verb אָחַר primarily denotes being later, lagging, or not proceeding at the same time as others. It may refer to a physical or temporal action of staying b…

H310 אַחַר ʼachar preposition 32 forms

to be behind, to come after, to delay

Properly, the part that is behind or following; primarily an adverb or preposition indicating location or sequence (i.e., back, behind, afterward). Used to express: (1) physical position ('behind,' 'a…

H311 אַחַר ʼachar preposition 2 forms

to be behind, to come after, follow

Temporal preposition and adverb indicating position or occurrence following another in time, order, or sequence. Used to denote 'after' in phrases related to time, events, or narrative sequence; can a…

H312 אַחֵר ʼachêr adjective 13 forms

to be behind, to be after or following, to be different

An adjective designating what is distinct, different, or additional, often in the sense of 'another,' 'other,' or 'different.' It is used to distinguish one entity from another of the same kind, or to…

H313 אַחֵר ʼAchêr noun 1 form

to be behind, to differ, to follow, to be another

A personal name denoting an individual in biblical genealogies; in the context of 1 Chronicles 7:12, the name belongs to a descendant of Benjamin and likely reflects the Hebrew common noun meaning 'an…

H314 אַחֲרוֹן ʼachărôwn adjective 12 forms

to be behind, to follow after, be delayed

אַחֲרוֹן refers to that which is behind, at the back, coming later in sequence, or occurring last in order or time. It may denote the latter part or end of a series; someone or something occurring or …

H315 אַחְרַח ʼAchrach noun 1 form

to be after, follow behind, come later

Aharah — a personal name, chiefly denoting a male individual from the tribe of Benjamin, one of the sons of Benjamin listed among the ancestral leaders of Israelite clans. The name likely conveys the …

H316 אֲחַרְחֵל ʼĂcharchêl noun 1 form

to be behind, after; to be strong, powerful, rampart

A proper name designating an individual, specifically 'Aharhel,' found in genealogical records. The meaning is uncertain due to debated etymology, but the form may suggest an association with the idea…

H317 אׇחֳרִי ʼochŏrîy adjective 2 forms

to be behind, to follow after, to be after

A term indicating 'another,' 'other,' or 'else' (used as an adjective or substantive), typically referring to someone or something distinct from a previously referenced individual or group. Appears in…

H318 אׇחֳרֵין ʼochŏrêyn adverb 1 form

to be behind, to come after, to follow

Following, subsequent, or last in sequence; used to denote that which comes afterward, especially at the end or final point in a series or order. In Aramaic biblical texts, אׇחֳרֵין refers to someone …

H319 אַחֲרִית ʼachărîyth noun 23 forms

to be behind, to follow, to come after

End, last part, final period, or ultimate outcome of a process or sequence. In narrative contexts, refers to the final stage or outcome, either of an individual, group, or event. In prophetic or wisdo…

H320 אַחֲרִית ʼachărîyth noun 1 form

to be after, come behind, follow

End, latter part, last state, or outcome. Refers to the end or final period of an event, process, or era, or to the final condition of a person or group. Can be used more broadly for the culmination o…

H321 אׇחֳרָן ʼochŏrân adjective 3 forms

to be behind, to follow, to be other, to be different

A masculine noun meaning 'another,' 'other,' denoting someone or something that is distinct from or in addition to a previously mentioned person or item. Used in Aramaic portions of the Hebrew Bible a…

H322 אֲחֹרַנִּית ʼăchôrannîyth adverb 1 form

to be behind, come after, follow, be late, delay

Directional adverb indicating movement or orientation toward the rear or back, or referencing a backward direction in space, time, or sequence. Used to describe location (behind), motion (going backwa…

H323 אֲחַשְׁדַּרְפַּן ʼăchashdarpan noun 4 forms

to govern, to protect, to administer (by loan meaning, from Persian context)

A Persian administrative official of high rank, often rendered as 'satrap' or 'provincial governor.' Refers specifically to one of the chief administrative officers governing a major province (satrapy…

H324 אֲחַשְׁדַּרְפַּן ʼăchashdarpan noun 3 forms

to protect, to govern (by extension from Persian root)

A high-ranking provincial administrator under the rule of the Persian Empire, typically translated as 'satrap,' denoting a governor with authority over a major province. The term is used for Persian o…

H325 אֲחַשְׁוֵרוֹשׁ ʼĂchashvêrôwsh noun 3 forms

uncertain (non-Hebrew proper name)

Proper name designating Persian kings, most notably the ruler featured in the books of Esther, Ezra, and Daniel. Used as a royal name or title, often equated with the historical figure Xerxes I, thoug…

H326 אֲחַשְׁתָּרִי ʼăchashtârîy noun 1 form

uncertain; possibly to denote affiliation with a family, clan, or region

A member of a group or family designated as the 'Ahashtarite.' This term occurs only in the context of a genealogical list and likely indicates clan or regional affiliation within Israelite society ra…

H327 אֲחַשְׁתָּרָן ʼăchashtârân adjective 1 form

hybrid equid, royal mount, animal used for swift travel

An animal, particularly a hybrid beast of burden, most often identified as a mule, but with some ambiguity in ancient sources. The term refers to a specific valuable equid used for riding or transport…

H328 אַט ʼaṭ adverb 5 forms

to move softly, to be gentle, to act secretly

Adverb: softly, gently, quietly, with subdued sound or manner. As a noun (rare): a charmer or necromancer—one who murmurs incantations in a subdued or secretive manner. The primary sense refers to man…

H329 אָטָד ʼâṭâd noun 2 forms

to be sharp, to pierce, to be thorny

A type of thorny shrub or small tree, most likely the buckthorn (Rhamnus species), characterized by its stiff, sharp thorns. In the Hebrew Bible, אָטָד refers both to the physical plant and, in some c…

H330 אֵטוּן ʼêṭûwn noun 1 form

to twist, to bind, to wind (uncertain)

A type of finely spun, twisted linen fabric, particularly associated with high-quality textiles such as those used in tabernacle furnishings and priestly vestments. The term denotes a fabric character…

H331 אָטַם ʼâṭam verb 5 forms

to shut, to close, to stop up, to make inaccessible

To shut, close, or stop up an opening or passage, particularly with reference to closing the mouth, ears, or another aperture. In most contexts, it signifies making something inaccessible or imperviou…

H332 אָטַר ʼâṭar verb 1 form

to close, to shut, to block

To close up or shut something physically; to shut or stop up an opening, a breach, or an orifice. The verb can also carry the sense of excluding entry or sealing off, often in reference to physical im…

H333 אָטֵר ʼÂṭêr noun 1 form

to be maimed, to be lame, to be impaired

Proper name designating several Israelites in biblical genealogies; transliterated as 'Ater' in English Bibles. The term itself functions solely as a personal name and is not used as a common noun or …

H334 אִטֵּר ʼiṭṭêr adjective 1 form

to bind, restrict, impede

An adjective meaning 'having the right hand impeded,' i.e., unable to use the right hand with full capability, thus functionally left-handed. The term does not simply denote a natural left-handed pers…

H335 אַי ʼay particle 7 forms

to be nothing, to be absent, nonexistence

Interrogative particle meaning 'where?' and, by extension, inquires about place, location, presence, or absence. Primarily functions as a direct question about the whereabouts or situation, especially…

H336 אִי ʼîy particle 1 form

coast, island, distant region

A region or tract of land, especially an island or coastal landform, with primary lexical meaning as 'island' or 'coastland.' In biblical usage, it can denote a landmass surrounded by water—an island …

H337 אִי ʼîy preposition 2 forms

to wail, to lament, to express pain or grief

An interjection expressing lament, distress, or grief; used to denote a cry of pain, disaster, or impending calamity. Often introduces a lamentation, a denunciation, or an oracle of doom, whether pers…

H338 אִי ʼîy noun 1 form

to howl, to lament, to utter a doleful sound

A solitary or desert-dwelling animal, typically referencing a wild creature that inhabits desolate, uninhabited, or ruined places. The term is most commonly used in poetic or prophetic texts describin…

H339 אִי ʼîy noun 15 forms

to long for, desire

A region of land, particularly dry land distinct from the sea; often used of coastal territories, islands, or remote lands. Depending on context, refers to landmasses separated by water or the inhabit…

H340 אָיַב ʼâyab verb 1 form

to be hostile, act as an enemy, make oneself an enemy

To be hostile, to act as an enemy, to regard with enmity. אָיַב primarily denotes the attitude or action of enmity, indicating opposition, antagonism, or active hostility, rather than emotional dislik…

H341 אֹיֵב ʼôyêb verb 44 forms

to be hostile, to be an enemy, to hate

An adversary or enemy, specifically one who bears enmity or hostility toward another individual or group. The term encompasses both personal and collective opposition, often referring to enemies in ar…

H342 אֵיבָה ʼêybâh noun 3 forms

to be hostile, to be an enemy, to be antagonistic

A state or attitude of active hostility, enmity, or animosity, denoting antagonism between individuals or groups. The term encompasses both inward dispositions of hatred or ill will and the outward ex…

H343 אֵיד ʼêyd noun 9 forms

to bend down, to sink, to endure

A disastrous event, calamity, or misfortune; the state or condition marked by sudden adverse fate, especially as a collective or national experience, such as destruction, ruin, or great distress. The …

H344 אַיָּה ʼayâh noun 2 forms

to howl, to screech, to wail (onomatopoeic root)

A species of large bird of prey, most likely a kite (Milvus migrans or related species), characterized by a shrill call and scavenging habits. The term refers specifically to a bird classified among u…

H345 אַיָּה ʼAyâh noun 2 forms

to fly swiftly, bird of prey, vulture, kite

Personal name meaning 'falcon' or 'vulture', borne by two individuals in the Hebrew Bible. The form is identical to the common noun for a bird of prey, specifically a kite or vulture. Used as a proper…

H346 אַיֵּה ʼayêh particle 4 forms

where, question about location, seek the presence/absence

Interrogative adverb expressing inquiry about the location or presence of a person, object, or occurrence (where? in what place?), typically used to question absence, loss, or status. Also used rhetor…

H347 אִיּוֹב ʼÎyôwb noun 5 forms

to be hostile, treat as enemy, be at enmity

Personal name: Iyov (Job), an individual noted in biblical literature as the central figure of the book bearing his name. The lexical meaning of the name is uncertain; later Hebrew tradition and some …

H348 אִיזֶבֶל ʼÎyzebel noun 4 forms

uncertain; personal name, possible reference to nobility, exaltation, or the Baal cult

Personal name: Jezebel, a Phoenician princess who became queen in Israel by marriage to King Ahab. The name refers specifically to this historical figure and, by extension, her characterization in the…

H349 אֵיךְ ʼêyk particle 5 forms

to question manner, to inquire as to how

Interrogative or exclamatory adverb meaning 'how?'—in what manner, to what extent, or with what consequence; expressing inquiry about the manner, condition, extent, or feasibility of an action, event,…

H350 אִי־כָבוֹד ʼÎy-kâbôwd noun 3 forms

to lack, not exist; to be heavy, be honored

Personal name meaning 'Inglorious' or 'No glory'; used as a symbolic name conveying the absence or departure of honor or glory, particularly in reference to the loss of divine presence or favor. The t…