עֲלֵי/הֶ֨ן
𐤏𐤋𐤉/𐤄𐤍
ʻal
on 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.
Numbers 16:7 · Word #5
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/Sp3fp
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| Part of Speech | R — Preposition — Shows relationship between words |
Common Translation
| Phrase | on them |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5921-13
upon them (fem.)
| Morphological Notes | Preposition עַל with 3rd person feminine plural pronominal suffix. |
| Rendering Rationale | The preposition derives from the root meaning "to ascend" and conveys the sense of being elevated over or resting upon. The 3rd person feminine plural suffix is preserved as "them (fem.)," maintaining both number and gender. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
upon them
| Same as P1 | No — adjusted for context |
| Rationale | 'Upon them' is a more natural prepositional rendering than 'upon them (fem.)' in English; specifying (fem.) not needed here because the referent is clear, and the phrase is used correctly in context. This aligns with rules for minimal adjustment and English normalcy. |