עָלֵ֗י/מוֹ
𐤏𐤋𐤉/𐤌𐤅
ʻal
upon-them
A preposition expressing spatial, figurative, and relational concepts, particularly indicating a position 'above,' 'over,' or 'upon,' whether physically (in space), metaphorically (in authority or causality), or circumstantially (in regard to, concerning). It can also introduce reasons, causes, or responsibility, and is often used in extended senses to denote relationships such as concerning, on account of, against, or in regard to someone or something.
Psalms 55:16 · Word #4
Lexicon H5921
| Lemma | עַל |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤏𐤋 |
| Transliteration | ʻal |
| Strong's | H5921 |
| Definition | A preposition expressing spatial, figurative, and relational concepts, particularly indicating a position 'above,' 'over,' or 'upon,' whether physically (in space), metaphorically (in authority or causality), or circumstantially (in regard to, concerning). It can also introduce reasons, causes, or responsibility, and is often used in extended senses to denote relationships such as concerning, on account of, against, or in regard to someone or something. |
Morphology HR/Sp3mp
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| Part of Speech | R — Preposition — Shows relationship between words |
Common Translation
| Phrase | upon-them |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5921-17
over them
| Morphological Notes | Preposition עַל with 3rd person masculine plural pronominal suffix |
| Rendering Rationale | The preposition derives from the root meaning "to ascend" or "be high," conveying elevation or position above. With the 3rd person masculine plural suffix, it denotes a position or relation of elevation in reference to "them." |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
over them
| Same as P1 | Yes |
| Rationale | P1's prepositional phrase 'over them' for עָלֵימוֹ is contextually and grammatically sound (matches spatial/causative usage here); no modification necessary. |