אֲרִ֣י
𐤀𐤓𐤉
ʼărîy
a lion
A member of the species Panthera leo, a lion; used both for the literal animal and, metaphorically, for individuals or entities characterized by exceptional strength, ferocity, or majesty. In some contexts, can signify a powerful participant in a struggle, a leader, or a threatening force due to the lion's notoriety for predatory prowess in the ancient Near East. In poetry and prophetic literature, frequently serves as an emblem of danger, bravery, or sovereignty.
Proverbs 22:13 · Word #3
Lexicon H738
| Lemma | אֲרִי |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤀𐤓𐤉 |
| Transliteration | ʼărîy |
| Strong's | H738 |
| Definition | A member of the species Panthera leo, a lion; used both for the literal animal and, metaphorically, for individuals or entities characterized by exceptional strength, ferocity, or majesty. In some contexts, can signify a powerful participant in a struggle, a leader, or a threatening force due to the lion's notoriety for predatory prowess in the ancient Near East. In poetry and prophetic literature, frequently serves as an emblem of danger, bravery, or sovereignty. |
Morphology HNcmsa
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 | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | a lion |
SIBI-P1 Translation H738-04
tearing lion
| Morphological Notes | Masculine singular common noun, absolute state; agent noun derived from verbal root ארה. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun אֲרִי is an agent noun derived from the root ארה, "to tear or snatch prey," denoting the animal characterized by such action. "Tearing lion" preserves the root’s violent, predatory force while reflecting the masculine singular absolute form. |
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