נֵ֝ר֗/וֹ
𐤍𐤓/𐤅
nîyr
his 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).
Proverbs 20:20 · Word #5
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/Sp3ms
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 | his lamp |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5216-07
his lamp
| Morphological Notes | Masculine singular common noun in construct state with 3rd person masculine singular pronominal suffix. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun derives from the root נר, referring to a light-producing implement that burns and shines. The masculine singular noun in construct with a 3ms pronominal suffix is faithfully rendered as "his lamp," preserving both possession and singular form. |
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