הַ/צּוּר֙
𐤄/𐤑𐤅𐤓
tsûwr
the rock
A large mass of rock, rock formation, or rocky cliff; by extension, something strong, enduring, or reliable. In metaphorical contexts, denotes a source of security, steadfast protection, or unyielding strength.
2 Samuel 21:10 · Word #10
Lexicon H6697
| Lemma | צוּר |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤑𐤅𐤓 |
| Transliteration | tsûwr |
| Strong's | H6697 |
| Definition | A large mass of rock, rock formation, or rocky cliff; by extension, something strong, enduring, or reliable. In metaphorical contexts, denotes a source of security, steadfast protection, or unyielding strength. |
Morphology HTd/Ncmsa
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | m — Masculine — Masculine |
| Number | s — Singular — Singular |
| State | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | the rock |
SIBI-P1 Translation H6697-04
the rock-mass
| Morphological Notes | Noun, common, masculine singular absolute with definite article (הַ). |
| Rendering Rationale | The definite masculine singular noun from צור denotes a large, compressed rock formation. "The rock-mass" preserves the concrete geological sense rooted in formation by pressure, while allowing for its extended sense of strength and reliability. |
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