עלי/הם
𐤏𐤋𐤉/𐤄𐤌
ʻal
against them
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.
Jeremiah 49:30 · Word #18
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/Sp3mp
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| Part of Speech | R — Preposition — Shows relationship between words |
Common Translation
| Phrase | against them |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5921-23
upon them
| Morphological Notes | Preposition עַל with 3rd person masculine plural pronominal suffix (-הֶם). |
| Rendering Rationale | The preposition עַל fundamentally conveys elevation or position over something. With the 3rd person masculine plural suffix, it specifies the relation as directed toward or resting upon them. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
against them
| Same as P1 | No — adjusted for context |
| Rationale | 'Upon them' is literal Hebrew but in context (hostility/opposition) 'against them' best captures the sense in English. |