נֵר
𐤍𐤓
nîyr
lamp
A lamp or lamp-stand, an object used for producing light by burning oil; by extension, the light emitted by such an object. In some contexts, a symbol or emblem of prosperity, life, or posterity. Occasionally can refer to daylight or brightness more generally, though primary usage denotes a physical implement for illumination (lamp, lantern, or light-bearer).
Job 21:17 · Word #2
Lexicon H5216
| Lemma | נִיר |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤍𐤉𐤓 |
| Transliteration | nîyr |
| Strong's | H5216 |
| Definition | A lamp or lamp-stand, an object used for producing light by burning oil; by extension, the light emitted by such an object. In some contexts, a symbol or emblem of prosperity, life, or posterity. Occasionally can refer to daylight or brightness more generally, though primary usage denotes a physical implement for illumination (lamp, lantern, or light-bearer). |
Morphology HNcmsc
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 | c — Construct — The noun is bound to the following word |
Common Translation
| Phrase | lamp |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5216-04
lamp
| Morphological Notes | Noun, masculine singular, construct state. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun derives from the root נר meaning to shine or burn, denoting a physical implement that produces light. The masculine singular construct form is preserved in English as a simple singular noun, with construct relationship handled at the phrase level in later stages. |
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