עֳלֶ֖י/הָ
𐤏𐤋𐤉/𐤄
ʻal
against it
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.
Isaiah 37:33 · Word #22
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/Sp3fs
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| Part of Speech | R — Preposition — Shows relationship between words |
Common Translation
| Phrase | against it |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5921-36
upon her
| Morphological Notes | Preposition עַל with 3rd feminine singular pronominal suffix |
| Rendering Rationale | The preposition derives from the root conveying ascent or elevation and primarily denotes position above or over. The 3rd feminine singular suffix is preserved with "her," yielding "upon her" as a spatially rooted rendering. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
against it
| Same as P1 | No — adjusted for context |
| Rationale | 'upon her' (P1) is a possible literal, but 'against it' (referring to the feminine 'city') is the contextual and idiomatic English rendering for a siege operation. |