עָלֵ֖י/נוּ
𐤏𐤋𐤉/𐤍𐤅
ʻal
over us
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.
Numbers 16:13 · Word #12
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/Sp1cp
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| Part of Speech | R — Preposition — Shows relationship between words |
Common Translation
| Phrase | over us |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5921-18
upon us
| Morphological Notes | Preposition עַל with 1st person common plural pronominal suffix ("us"). |
| Rendering Rationale | The preposition עַל conveys elevation or position over/above, extended to relational or causal senses. With the 1st person common plural suffix נוּ, it specifies that this elevated or concerning relationship is directed toward or resting upon us. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
over us
| Same as P1 | No — adjusted for context |
| Rationale | Changed from 'upon us' to 'over us' for idiomatic English in the context of authority or dominion, aligning with the intent of the preposition and construct phrase. |