עד
𐤏𐤃
ʻad
to
A preposition or conjunction indicating extension in space ('as far as,' 'up to,' 'toward'), time ('until,' 'during,' 'as long as'), or degree ('to the degree of,' 'as much as'). It introduces limits, boundaries, or durations—whether spatial, temporal, or quantitative—either inclusively or exclusively depending on context. Often used in temporal clauses to indicate an endpoint, in spatial clauses to set a boundary, or in comparative statements to express extent.
Job 2:7 · Word #13
Lexicon H5704
| Lemma | עַד |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤏𐤃 |
| Transliteration | ʻad |
| Strong's | H5704 |
| Definition | A preposition or conjunction indicating extension in space ('as far as,' 'up to,' 'toward'), time ('until,' 'during,' 'as long as'), or degree ('to the degree of,' 'as much as'). It introduces limits, boundaries, or durations—whether spatial, temporal, or quantitative—either inclusively or exclusively depending on context. Often used in temporal clauses to indicate an endpoint, in spatial clauses to set a boundary, or in comparative statements to express extent. |
Morphology HR
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| Part of Speech | R — Preposition — Shows relationship between words |
Common Translation
| Phrase | to |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5704-10
up to
| Morphological Notes | Preposition (HR); functions to mark spatial, temporal, or quantitative limit or extent. |
| Rendering Rationale | "Up to" captures the root idea of proceeding or extending until a boundary is reached, whether in space, time, or degree. As a preposition, it marks the limit or endpoint of that extension without specifying context. |
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