וְ/שֵֽׂכֶל
𐤅/𐤔𐤊𐤋
sekel
and understanding
Intelligent insight, understanding, or sound judgment marked by the capacity to discern, comprehend, or succeed in practical matters. The term encompasses both cognitive intelligence and prudent, effective action, especially in contexts where interpretive, strategic, or skillful decision-making is highlighted. Used for intellectual acumen, good sense, or the outcome of wise behavior.
Proverbs 3:4 · Word #3
Lexicon H7922
| Lemma | שֶׂכֶל |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤔𐤊𐤋 |
| Transliteration | sekel |
| Strong's | H7922 |
| Definition | Intelligent insight, understanding, or sound judgment marked by the capacity to discern, comprehend, or succeed in practical matters. The term encompasses both cognitive intelligence and prudent, effective action, especially in contexts where interpretive, strategic, or skillful decision-making is highlighted. Used for intellectual acumen, good sense, or the outcome of wise behavior. |
Morphology HC/Ncmsa
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 | and understanding |
SIBI-P1 Translation H7922-06
and intelligent insight
| Morphological Notes | Conjunction וְ + masculine singular common noun, absolute state. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun שֵׂכֶל denotes the faculty or quality derived from the root שׂכל—practical, discerning intelligence. The prefixed conjunction וְ is preserved as "and," and the singular absolute form is rendered as a singular abstract quality. |
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