שַׁ֣חַל
𐤔𐤇𐤋
shachal
a lion
A large predatory feline, lion; denotes the animal most frequently referencing its strength, predatory behavior, and perceived fierceness. Used typically of the lion as a fearsome and dangerous creature, often in metaphorical contexts to evoke threat or power. In poetic texts, may serve to illustrate images of danger, sudden attack, or the presence of a formidable foe.
Proverbs 26:13 · Word #3
Lexicon H7826
| Lemma | שַׁחַל |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤔𐤇𐤋 |
| Transliteration | shachal |
| Strong's | H7826 |
| Definition | A large predatory feline, lion; denotes the animal most frequently referencing its strength, predatory behavior, and perceived fierceness. Used typically of the lion as a fearsome and dangerous creature, often in metaphorical contexts to evoke threat or power. In poetic texts, may serve to illustrate images of danger, sudden attack, or the presence of a formidable foe. |
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 H7826-03
fierce lion
| Morphological Notes | Masculine singular common noun, absolute state. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun denotes a lion characterized by strength and perceived fierceness; "fierce lion" preserves the core semantic emphasis reflected in the root tradition while remaining a singular masculine absolute noun. |
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