יָ֭שָׁר
𐤉𐤔𐤓
yâshâr
that seems right
Fundamentally, 'yashar' denotes what is straight, level, or direct—both in the physical and metaphorical sense. In extended usage, it signifies moral uprightness, integrity, honesty, or that which accords with ethical or communal norms. It is used to describe persons, actions, judgment, paths, and even speech or thoughts that are considered just or right. In rare instances, the term serves as a proper noun (as in the Book of Jashar), implying those regarded as upright or distinguished.
Proverbs 16:25 · Word #3
Lexicon H3477
| Lemma | יָשָׁר |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤉𐤔𐤓 |
| Transliteration | yâshâr |
| Strong's | H3477 |
| Definition | Fundamentally, 'yashar' denotes what is straight, level, or direct—both in the physical and metaphorical sense. In extended usage, it signifies moral uprightness, integrity, honesty, or that which accords with ethical or communal norms. It is used to describe persons, actions, judgment, paths, and even speech or thoughts that are considered just or right. In rare instances, the term serves as a proper noun (as in the Book of Jashar), implying those regarded as upright or distinguished. |
Morphology HAamsa
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | A — Adjective — Describes a noun |
| Subtype | a — Adjective — Adjective |
| Gender | m — Masculine — Masculine |
| Number | s — Singular — Singular |
| State | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | that seems right |
SIBI-P1 Translation H3477-12
upright
| Morphological Notes | Adjective, masculine singular, absolute state. |
| Rendering Rationale | The adjective denotes what is straight or level, extending metaphorically to moral uprightness and integrity. The masculine singular absolute form is reflected in the simple singular English adjective “upright.” |
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