תֹ֖ר
𐤕𐤓
tôwr
a-turtledove
A species of dove, specifically the turtledove (Streptopelia turtur), often referenced in the Hebrew Bible as a migratory, gentle bird known for its soft cooing. The term also carries figurative meaning as a symbol of tender affection, innocence, vulnerability, or longing, especially in poetic and liturgical contexts.
Leviticus 12:6 · Word #15
Lexicon H8449
| Lemma | תּוֹר |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤕𐤅𐤓 |
| Transliteration | tôwr |
| Strong's | H8449 |
| Definition | A species of dove, specifically the turtledove (Streptopelia turtur), often referenced in the Hebrew Bible as a migratory, gentle bird known for its soft cooing. The term also carries figurative meaning as a symbol of tender affection, innocence, vulnerability, or longing, especially in poetic and liturgical contexts. |
Morphology HNcbsa
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | b — Both — Both (masculine and feminine) |
| Number | s — Singular — Singular |
| State | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | a-turtledove |
SIBI-P1 Translation H8449-03
turtledove
| Morphological Notes | Common noun, singular, absolute state; gender listed as both (epicene usage). |
| Rendering Rationale | Although derived from a root meaning "to seek/explore," this form is a lexicalized singular noun referring specifically to the turtledove. The rendering preserves the precise species sense reflected in the noun’s established usage. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
a turtledove
| Same as P1 | No — adjusted for context |
| Rationale | The context requires the indefinite 'a turtledove', as the sacrificial option. P1 omits the article. |