Genesis 45:24 — Word Study
WLCוַיְשַׁלַּ֥ח אֶת־ אֶחָ֖יו וַיֵּלֵ֑כוּ וַיֹּ֣אמֶר אֲלֵהֶ֔ם אַֽל־ תִּרְגְּז֖וּ בַּדָּֽרֶךְ׃
BSAThen Joseph sent his brothersʼâch [dismissed, let go, male siblings, close relatives] on their wayshâlach▸ he saidʼâmar▸ to themʼêl Do notʼal [refrain from, cease] quarrelrâgaz▸ [fall out, contend] on the wayderek [road, journey, path of life]
| Greek | English | Parsing |
|---|---|---|
| וַיְשַׁלַּ֥ח | and he sent off | Verb, Piel, sequential imperfect third person masculine singular |
| אֶת־ | the object marker | Particle |
| אֶחָ֖יו | brothers his | Noun common masculine plural construct, suffix |
| וַיֵּלֵ֑כוּ | and they went | Verb, Qal, sequential imperfect third person masculine plural |
| וַיֹּ֣אמֶר | and he said | Verb, Qal, sequential imperfect third person masculine singular |
| אֲלֵהֶ֔ם | to them | Preposition, suffix |
| אַֽל־ | may not | Particle |
| תִּרְגְּז֖וּ | you stir up | Verb, Qal, jussive second person masculine plural |
| בַּדָּֽרֶךְ׃ | on the way | Preposition, noun common both singular absolute |
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| BSB | Then Joseph sent his brothers on their way, and as they were leaving, he said to them, “Do not quarrel on the way!” |
| KJV | So he sent his brethren away, and they departed: and he said unto them, See that ye fall not out by the way. |
| ASV | So he sent his brethren away, and they departed: and he said unto them, See that ye fall not out by the way. |
| YLT | And he sendeth his brethren away, and they go; and he saith unto them, 'Be not angry in the way.' |
| WEB | So he sent his brothers away, and they departed. He said to them, “See that you don’t quarrel on the way.” |
| BBE | And he sent his brothers on their way, and said to them, See that you have no argument on the road. |
The translations agree on Joseph's command regarding quarreling — see How Translations Differ.
The sentence consists of a main clause followed by a subordinated adverbial clause and direct speech, creating a clear flow of action and instruction.
8 commentators on this verse
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Deep Study — Genesis 45:24
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Context — Joseph's Reunion with His Brothersgenerated
Genesis 45:24 captures the moment when Joseph sends his brothers back to Canaan after revealing his identity. He instructs them not to quarrel on their way home, emphasizing the importance of unity and peace among them. This moment follows a significant reconciliation, where Joseph forgives his brothers for their past actions, as shown in Genesis 45:1-15.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 37:22 | “Do not shed his blood. Throw him into this pit in the wilderness, but do not lay a hand on him.” Reuben said this so that he could rescue Joseph from their hands and return him to his father. |
| 2 | Genesis 42:21–22 | Then they said to one another, “Surely we are being punished because of our brother. We saw his anguish when he pleaded with us, but we would not listen. That is why this distress has come upon us.” |
| 3 | Psalm 133:1–3 | Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony! |
| 4 | John 13:34–35 | A new commandment I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you also must love one another. |
| 5 | Ephesians 4:31–32 | Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice. |
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge — 8 references, hung on the phrase they belong to
The Key Word — תִּרְגְּז֖וּ, tir.ge.Zugenerated
The verb תִּרְגְּז֖וּ (tir.ge.Zu) is a jussive form of the root רָגַז (ragaz), meaning 'to tremble' or 'to be agitated.' It implies stirring up emotions, often in a negative context, such as anger or conflict.
In this verse, it serves as a prohibition, where Joseph urges his brothers to refrain from stirring up disputes during their journey. The jussive mood indicates a strong suggestion or command, highlighting Joseph's desire for peace among them.
How Translations Differ — measured against the Berean Standard Biblegenerated
This study reads the verse in the Berean Standard Bible, which uses quarrel to translate תִּרְגְּז֖וּ.
Sentence Structuregenerated
The finite verb governing the verse is וַיְשַׁלַּ֥ח (vay.sha.Lach), and he sent. This verb leads the sentence, followed by the object marker and the noun phrase for the brothers, and then two clauses: one describing their departure and the other reporting Joseph's words.
The structure emphasizes Joseph's action of sending, while the subsequent clauses provide context for his command, creating a clear sequence of events.
Septuagint Backgroundgenerated
The Septuagint translates וַיְשַׁלַּ֥ח as ἐχαπέστειλεν (echapesteilen), meaning 'he sent away.' This choice reflects a straightforward rendering of the Hebrew without additional nuance.
For תִּרְגְּז֖וּ, the Greek ὀργίζεσθε (orgizesthe) suggests a focus on anger or agitation, which may indicate a more intense emotional state than the Hebrew.
In plain words — the whole versegenerated
Genesis 45:24 tells us that Joseph sent his brothers away after revealing his identity. As they were leaving, he warned them not to quarrel on the way, showing his concern for their unity. This moment highlights the reconciliation between Joseph and his brothers after years of separation.
Frequently Asked Questionsgenerated
Joseph is instructing his brothers to avoid disputes and maintain peace during their journey back home.
Joseph wants to ensure that their reunion remains positive and that they do not let past grievances disrupt their relationship.
This verse shows Joseph's wisdom and desire for harmony, as he seeks to prevent conflict among his brothers after their reconciliation.
We can learn the importance of maintaining peace and unity in our relationships, especially after conflicts or misunderstandings.
Reflection Questionsgenerated
- How can I apply Joseph's advice to avoid quarrels in my own relationships?
- What steps can I take to promote peace and harmony among my friends or family?
- In what ways have I experienced reconciliation, and how can I ensure it remains positive?
- How can I be more mindful of my words and actions to prevent misunderstandings?
The early church on this verse — how the Fathers read it
Early church fathers comment on Joseph's instruction to his brothers, emphasizing themes of reconciliation and harmony in relationships.
Joseph commanded them not to quarrel on the way. The quarrel which he forbade them was that one say to another, “It was you who counseled us to throw him into the pit,” while another would contend with his brother, saying,Early Church Fathers on Genesis 45 →
Now “he sent away his brothers, and they departed. And Joseph said to them, ‘Be not angry on the way.’ ” How well he teaches us to guard against anger,Early Church Fathers on Genesis 45 →
Hence to allay their ill feeling and hostility to one another, Joseph said, “Don’t squabble on the way,” but rather remember that I hold no grudge against you for what was done to me, and be kindly disposed to one another.Early Church Fathers on Genesis 45 →
Commentators on this verse — 8 expositors, verse by verse
Each of these wrote on Genesis 45:24 itself, not merely on the chapter around it.
John Gill1697–1771Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleSo he sent his brethren away, and they departed,.... From Egypt to Canaan with the wagons, asses, and rich presents: and he said unto them, see that ye fall not out by the way; the Targum of Jonathan
Read John Gill on Genesis 45 →Robert Jamieson1802–1880Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown's CommentarySo he sent his brethren away, and they departed: and he said unto them, See that ye fall not out by the way. So he sent his brethren away.
Read Robert Jamieson on Genesis 45 →Matthew Poole1624–1679Matthew Poole's Commentary on the Holy BibleOr contend one with another, each vindicating himself, and laying the blame upon his brother.
Read Matthew Poole on Genesis 45 →John Trapp1601–1669Trapp's Complete Commentary on the Old and New TestamentsGenesis 45:24 So he sent his brethren away, and they departed: and he said unto them, See that ye fall not out by the way.Ver. 24. Fall not out by the way.] Such a charge layeth Christ upon all his, to love one another, and to "keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace." Si collidimur, frangimur; If we clash, we are broken; according to the old fable of the two earthen pots swimming in the sea. The daughter of dissension is dissolution, said Nazianzen. And every subdivision in point of religion is a strong weapon in the hand of the contrary party, as he upon the Council of Trent wisely observed. Castor and Pollux, if they appear not together, it presages a storm. Hist. of Coun. of…
Read John Trapp on Genesis 45 →Charles John Ellicott1819–1905Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers(24) See that ye fall not out by the way.—Heb., do not get angry on the journey. Joseph feared that they might reproach one another for their treatment of him, and try to throw the blame on the one or two chiefly guilty, and that so quarrels might ensue. This is the meaning given to the passage in all the versions, and agrees with Joseph’s efforts to quiet their fears, and convince them of his good intentions. Several modern commentators, however, translate “Be not afraid of the journey,” but on insufficient grounds.
Read Charles John Ellicott on Genesis 45 →AdamClarkeAdam Clarke's Commentary on the BibleVerse 24. See that ye fall not out by the way.] This prudent caution was given by Joseph, to prevent his brethren from accusing each other for having sold him; and to prevent them from envying Benjamin, for the superior favour shown him by his brother. It is strange, but so it is, that children of the same parents are apt to envy each other, fall out, and contend; and therefore the exhortation in this verse must be always seasonable in a large family. But a rational, religious education will, under God, prevent every thing of this sort.
Read AdamClarke on Genesis 45 →CambridgeThe Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges24. See that ye fall not out] The precise meaning of Joseph’s parting words has sometimes been misunderstood. The Heb. word which he uses is not common. It occurs in Psalms 4:4, “Stand in awe” (R.V. marg. be ye angry). So here LXX μὴὀργίζεσθε; Lat. ne irascamini. The meaning then will be, “do not get excited, quarrel not, and dispute not” with one another about the degree of your guilt in your treatment of me. Cf. Reuben’s reproaches in Genesis 42:22. The suggestion that he warns them against being indignant at the especial favours and gifts lavished upon Benjamin is not probable. A different rendering, “be not alarmed,” in the sense of “do not give way to the fear that I am nursing my…
Read Cambridge on Genesis 45 →Daniel Denison Whedon1808–1885Whedon's Commentary on the Bible24. See that ye fall not out by the way — “Do not accuse one another of guilt, and so fall into unbrotherly contention. It was natural that in talking over this strange history each should seek to clear himself of blame.
Read Daniel Denison Whedon on Genesis 45 →The verse in English, compared — 17 translations, and where they part company
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Modern formal
Then Joseph sent his brothers on their way, and as they were leaving, he said to them, “Do not quarrel on the way!”
So he sent his brothers away, and they departed. He said to them, “See that you don’t quarrel on the way.”
Then Joseph sent his brothers on their way, and as they were leaving, he said to them, “Do not quarrel on the way!”
Then he sent his brothers on their way and they left. He said to them, “As you travel don’t be overcome with fear.”
Tyndale line
So he sent his brethren away, and they departed: and he said unto them, See that ye fall not out by the way.
So he sent his brethren away, and they departed: and he said unto them, See that ye fall not out by the way.
So he sent his brethren away, and they departed: and he said unto them, See that ye fall not out by the way.
So he sent his brethren away, and they departed: and he said to them, See that ye contend not by the way.
So sent he his brethren away, and they departed: and he sayde vnto them, Fall not out by the way.
Strictly literal
And he sent his brethren away, and they departed. And he said to them, Do not quarrel on the way.
And he sendeth his brethren away, and they go; and he saith unto them, 'Be not angry in the way.'
And he sends his brothers away, and they go; and he says to them, “Do not be angry in the way.”
And he accompanied his brothers on the way, and they departed: and he said unto them, Do not fall out by the way.
So he sent his brothers away and they left. He said to them, “See that you do not quarrel on the journey.”
From the Latin
So he sent away his brethren, and at their departing said to them: Be not angry in the way.
Simplified
Then he saw his brothers off, and as they left he told them, “Don't argue on the way!”
And he sent his brothers on their way, and said to them, See that you have no argument on the road.
Counted from the translations carried on this site, not from a survey of every English Bible. A rendering shared by many versions is usually inherited rather than independently arrived at — the Tyndale line in particular runs through most of them.
The sentence as the grammar sees it — from the MACULA Hebrew treebank
This is not our own analysis: it is the scholarly syntax tree for the verse, showing how the clause actually holds together.
Boxes are the grammarian's groupings — clause, noun phrase, prepositional phrase.
The four witnesses to this verse — Masoretic, Septuagint, Samaritan, Qumran
The Masoretic Text reads: וַיְשַׁלַּ֥ח אֶת־ אֶחָ֖יו וַיֵּלֵ֑כוּ וַיֹּ֣אמֶר אֲלֵהֶ֔ם אַֽל־ תִּרְגְּז֖וּ בַּדָּֽרֶךְ׃. The Septuagint matches 8 of the 9 words, while the Samaritan Pentateuch differs in two words, using אליהם (to) and תתרגזו (quake).
וַיְשַׁלַּ֥ח אֶת־ אֶחָ֖יו וַיֵּלֵ֑כוּ וַיֹּ֣אמֶר אֲלֵהֶ֔ם אַֽל־ תִּרְגְּז֖וּ בַּדָּֽרֶךְ׃
8 of the 9 words are matched. This is the word-by-word correspondence, not the Septuagint's own sentence — its word order and its articles are its own.
וישׁלח את אחיו וילכו ויאמר אליהם אל תתרגזו בדרך
2 words differ from the Masoretic Text: אליהם (to), תתרגזו (quake)
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The map of this verse — what each word keeps company with
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Lexicons — every word in Genesis 45:24
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Every entry below is the lexicographer's own text. On the Hebrew: Brown-Driver-Briggs entire and its gloss set, Strong's Hebrew Dictionary, and Tyndale House's Translators Brief lexicon. Where a cell says a work has no entry, that work genuinely has none for this word.
The Hebrew word שָׁלַח (shalach) is a primitive root meaning 'to send' with a wide range of applications. It can refer to sending away, stretching out (especially a hand), or letting go. The entries indicate various forms, including sending off, casting out, and setting free. Notably, it can also imply divorce or being sent away in a marital context.
שָׁלַח 814 vb. send
Qal
send: human subj.
send: subj. י׳ (God)
stretch out, esp. acc. hand
rarely send away: human subj.
let loose
Niph. letters were sent
Pi.
send off, away, human subj.
send away, subj. י׳
give over
cast out
send out, forth
let go, set free
shoot forth branches
let down
shoot
Phrases
Pu. be sent off (started on journey); be put away, divorced, of wife; be impelled(?)
Hiph. and I (י׳) will send
base
H7971 שָׁלַח send .. send: human subj.
. send: subj. י׳ (God)
. stretch out, esp. acc. hand
. rarely send away: human subj.
. let loose
. letters were sent
. . send off, away, human subj.
. . send away, subj. י׳
. give over
. cast out
. send out, forth
. let go, set free
. shoot forth branches
. let down
. shoot
. Phrases
. be sent off (started on journey); be put away, divorced, of wife; be impelled(?)
. and I (י׳) will send
7971 shalach shaw-lakh'
a primitive root; to send away, for, or out (in a great
variety of applications):--X any wise, appoint, bring (on the
way), cast (away, out), conduct, X earnestly, forsake, give
(up), grow long, lay, leave, let depart (down, go, loose),
push away, put (away, forth, in, out), reach forth, send
(away, forth, out), set, shoot (forth, out), sow, spread,
stretch forth (out).
שָׁלַח (sha.lach) — to send: depart.
: depart/send
1) to send, send away, let go, stretch out
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to send
1a2) to stretch out, extend, direct
1a3) to send away
1a4) to let loose
1b) (Niphal) to be sent
1c) (Piel)
1c1) to send off or away or out or forth, dismiss, give over, cast out
1c2) to let go, set free
1c3) to shoot forth (of branches)
1c4) to let down
1c5) to shoot
1d) (Pual) to be sent off, be put away, be divorced, be impelled
1e) (Hiphil) to send
שָׁלַח (sha.lach) — to send: let go.
: let_go/free
1) to send, send away, let go, stretch out
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to send
1a2) to stretch out, extend, direct
1a3) to send away
1a4) to let loose
1b) (Niphal) to be sent
1c) (Piel)
1c1) to send off or away or out or forth, dismiss, give over, cast out
1c2) to let go, set free
1c3) to shoot forth (of branches)
1c4) to let down
1c5) to shoot
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms — Verb · Piel · sequential imperfect third person masculine singularHc/Vpw3ms
אֵת (eth) is primarily a grammatical marker in Hebrew, indicating the definite direct object of a verb. It is not translated into English and typically precedes nouns that are definite. The word is derived from a demonstrative sense of entity, related to the Hebrew word for 'self.' Its Aramaic equivalent is יָת (yat).
אֵת the mark of the accusative, prefixed as a rule only to nouns that are definite
base
H853 אֵת the mark of the accusative, prefixed as a rule only to nouns that are definite
853 'eth ayth
apparent contracted from 226 in the demonstrative sense of
entity; properly, self (but generally used to point out more
definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or
namely):--(as such unrepresented in English).
see HEBREW for 0226
אֵת (et) — [Obj.].
sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative
Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
HTo — ParticleHTo
אָח (ach) means 'brother' and encompasses a broad range of relationships, including literal siblings, half-brothers, and metaphorical kinship. It can refer to any male relative or compatriot, and it may also imply resemblance or reciprocal relationships. The term is used in various contexts throughout the Old Testament, highlighting both familial and figurative connections.
אָח 630 n.m. brother
brother, born of same mother (& father)
indef. = relative
fig. of resemblance
in phr. one … another
base
H251 אָח brother
251 'ach awkh
a primitive word; a brother (used in the widest sense of
literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance
(like 1)):--another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other.
Compare also the proper names beginning with "Ah-" or "Ahi-".
see HEBREW for 01
אָח (ach) — brother: male-sibling.
: male-sibling
1) brother
1a) brother of same parents
1b) half-brother (same father)
1c) relative, kinship, same tribe
1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship)
1e) (fig.) of resemblance
אָח (ach) — brother: male-relative.
: male-relative
1) brother
1a) brother of same parents
1b) half-brother (same father)
1c) relative, kinship, same tribe
1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship)
1e) (fig.) of resemblance
אָח (ach) — brother: compatriot.
: compatriot
1) brother
1a) brother of same parents
1b) half-brother (same father)
1c) relative, kinship, same tribe
1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship)
1e) (fig.) of resemblance
N-mp | Suff — Noun common masculine plural construct · suffixHNcmpc/Sp3ms
הָלַךְ (halak) means 'to go,' 'come,' or 'walk,' and covers a wide range of literal and figurative uses, including aspects of life and death. It can describe physical movement, moral conduct, and even influence on character. The verb appears in various forms, such as Qal, Piel, and Hithpael, indicating different nuances like leading or traversing.
הָלַךְ 1546 vb. go, come, walk
Qal Impf. usually (629 t.) as if from ילך
lit.
of persons
Also of animals, in similar meanings and combinations
in like manner of inanimate things
The inf. abs. is often used
as in other vbs., quite independently
to intensify meaning of finite form
most noteworthy is the joining of the Inf. abs.
with a following Inf. abs. denoting a simutaneous action or process, and so emphasizing duration or continuance
with a foll. vb. fin. c. ו consec. (rare)
in cases where vb. fin. is foll. by Inf. abs. adj. denoting progress, advance
twice, where vb. fin. is not הלך, but another vb. denoting motion
quite by itself
13 t. the Inf. abs. = Imv. & is followed by Pf. consec.
akin to the use of Inf. abs. are some instances of Pt.
In combination with other verbal forms
Fig.; the most common uses follow; in most the origin in a literal meaning is evident:
pass away, die
H1980 הָלַךְ go, come, walk .Impf. usually (629 t.) as if from ילך . lit. . of persons
. Also of animals, in similar meanings and combinations
. in like manner of inanimate things
. The inf. abs. is often used . as in other vbs., quite independently
. to intensify meaning of finite form
. most noteworthy is the joining of the Inf. abs. . with a following Inf. abs. denoting a simutaneous action or process, and so emphasizing duration or continuance
. with a foll. vb. fin. c. ו consec. (rare)
. in cases where vb. fin. is foll. by Inf. abs. + adj. denoting progress, advance
. twice, where vb. fin. is not הלך, but another vb. denoting motion
. quite by itself
. 13 t. the Inf. abs. = Imv. & is followed by Pf. consec.
. akin to the use of Inf. abs. are some instances of Pt.
. In combination with other verbal forms
1980 halak haw-lak'
akin to 3212; a primitive root; to walk (in a great variety
of applications, literally and figuratively):--(all) along,
apace, behave (self), come, (on) continually, be conversant,
depart, + be eased, enter, exercise (self), + follow, forth,
forward, get, go (about, abroad, along, away, forward, on,
out, up and down), + greater, grow, be wont to haunt, lead,
march, X more and more, move (self), needs, on, pass (away),
be at the point, quite, run (along), + send, speedily, spread,
still, surely, + tale-bearer, + travel(-ler), walk (abroad,
on, to and fro, up and down, to places), wander, wax,
(way-)faring man, X be weak, whirl.
see HEBREW for 03212
הָלַךְ (ha.lakh) — to go: went.
: went/go[away]
1) to go, walk, come
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away
1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.)
1b) (Piel)
1b1) to walk
1b2) to walk (fig.)
1c) (Hithpael)
1c1) to traverse
1c2) to walk about
1d) (Niphal) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
הָלַךְ (ha.lakh) — to go: come.
: come[nearer]
1) to go, walk, come
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away
1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.)
1b) (Piel)
1b1) to walk
1b2) to walk (fig.)
1c) (Hithpael)
1c1) to traverse
1c2) to walk about
1d) (Niphal) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
הָלַךְ (ha.lakh) — to go: walk.
: walk/move
1) to go, walk, come
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away
1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.)
1b) (Piel)
1b1) to walk
1b2) to walk (fig.)
1c) (Hithpael)
1c1) to traverse
Hc/Vqw3mp — Verb · Qal · sequential imperfect third person masculine pluralHc/Vqw3mp
אָמַר (amar) is a Hebrew verb meaning 'to say' or 'to utter,' with a broad range of uses including to promise, command, or even boast. It appears in various forms, such as in the Qal (to say), Niphal (to be told), and Hiphil (to avow). The entries highlight its versatility in both spoken and internal contexts, though no specific verse is noted.
אָמַר 5287 vb. utter, say
Qal
Say
Say in the heart (= think)
Promise
Command (esp. late)
Niph. be said, told
Hiph. avow, avouch (lit. cause to declare)
Hithp. act proudly, boast
base
H559 אָמַר utter, say .. Say
. Say in the heart (= think)
. Promise
. Command (esp. late)
. be said, told
. avow, avouch (lit. cause to declare)
. act proudly, boast
559 'amar aw-mar'
a primitive root; to say (used with great
latitude):--answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call,
certify, challenge, charge, + (at the, give) command(-ment),
commune, consider, declare, demand, X desire, determine, X
expressly, X indeed, X intend, name, X plainly, promise,
publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), X still, X
suppose, talk, tell, term, X that is, X think, use (speech),
utter, X verily, X yet.
אָמַר (a.mar) — to say.
1) to say, speak, utter
1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend
1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called
1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly
1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch
Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms — Verb · Qal · sequential imperfect third person masculine singularHc/Vqw3ms
The Hebrew word אֶל (el) is primarily a preposition indicating motion towards or direction to a person or place. It can also imply entering a limit, presence at a location, or a hostile direction (against). Additionally, it may express concepts such as concerning, in addition to, or according to. The entries highlight its versatility in both physical and metaphorical contexts.
אֶל (nearly always followed by Makkeph),
prep. denoting motion to or direction towards (whether physical or mental).of motion to or unto a person or place
Where the limit is actually entered, into
Of direction towards anything
Where the motion or direction implied appears from the context to be of a hostile character, אֶל = against
Unto sometimes acquires from the context the sense of in addition to
Metaph. in regard to, concerning, on account of
Of rule or standard according to (rare)
Expressing presence at a spot, against, at, by, not merely after verbs implying motion
Prefixed to other preps. it combines with them the idea of motion or direction to
base
H413 אֶל (nearly always followed by Makkeph), . of motion to or unto a person or place
. Where the limit is actually entered, into
. Of direction towards anything
. Where the motion or direction implied appears from the context to be of a hostile character, אֶל = against
. Unto sometimes acquires from the context the sense of in addition to
. Metaph. in regard to, concerning, on account of
. Of rule or standard according to (rare)
. Expressing presence at a spot, against, at, by, not merely after verbs implying motion
. Prefixed to other preps. it combines with them the idea of motion or direction to
413 'el ale
(but only used in the shortened constructive form sel {el});
a primitive particle; properly, denoting motion towards, but
occasionally used of a quiescent position, i.e. near, with or
among; often in general, to:--about, according to ,after,
against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and,
by, concerning, for, from, X hath, in(- to), near, (out) of,
over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether,
with(-in).
אֶל (el) — to(wards).
1) to, toward, unto (of motion)
2) into (limit is actually entered)
2a) in among
3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion)
4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character)
5) in addition to, to
6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of
7) according to (rule or standard)
8) at, by, against (of one's presence)
9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Prep | Suff — Preposition · suffixHR/Sp3mp
אַל (al) is a negative particle meaning 'not' or 'no,' often used to express a wish or prohibition rather than an objective fact. It can also function as a noun meaning 'nothing.' The lexicons highlight its use in various contexts, including deprecative forms, but do not show significant disagreement.
אַל adv. of negation, denying however, not objectively as a fact, but subjectively as a wish, expressing therefore a deprecation or prohibition
base
H408 אַל adv. of negation, denying however, not objectively as a fact, but subjectively as a wish, expressing therefore a deprecation or prohibition
408 'al al
a negative particle (akin to 3808); not (the qualified
negation, used as a deprecative); once (Job 24:25) as a noun,
nothing:--nay, neither, + never, no ,nor, not, nothing
(worth), rather than.
see HEBREW for 03808
אַל (al) — not.
1) not, no, nor, neither, nothing (as wish or preference)
1a) do not, let not (with a verb)
1b) let there not be (with a verb understood)
1c) not, no (with substantive)
1d) nothing (as substantive)
Aramaic equivalent: al (אַל "not" H0409)
Part — ParticleHTn
רָגַז (ragaz) is a Hebrew verb meaning to tremble or quake, often in response to strong emotions like anger or fear. It can describe both a state of agitation and the act of causing agitation in others. The entries indicate its use in various forms, including Qal, Hiphil, and Hithpael, covering a range of emotional responses.
רָגַז vb. be agitated, quiver, quake, be excited, perturbed
Qal quake
Hiph. cause to quake, disquiet, enrage
Hithp. excite oneself
base
H7264 רָגַז be agitated, quiver, quake, be excited, perturbed .quake
. cause to quake, disquiet, enrage
. excite oneself
7264 ragaz raw-gaz'
a primitive root; to quiver (with any violent emotion,
especially anger or fear):--be afraid, stand in awe,
disquiet, fall out, fret, move, provoke, quake, rage, shake,
tremble, trouble, be wroth.
רָגַז (ra.gaz) — to tremble.
1) tremble, quake, rage, quiver, be agitated, be excited, be perturbed
1a)(Qal) to quake, be disquieted, be excited, be perturbed
1b) (Hiphil) to cause to quake, disquiet, enrage, disturb
1c) (Hithpael) to excite oneself
V-Qal-Juss-2mp — Verb · Qal · jussive second person masculine pluralHVqj2mp
דֶּ֫רֶךְ (derek) means way, road, or journey, and can refer to both literal paths and figurative courses of life or actions. It encompasses various aspects such as direction, manner, and moral character, often highlighting the nature of one's conduct. The term is used in both positive and negative contexts, reflecting the moral implications of one's path.
דֶּ֫רֶךְ 715 n.m. way, road, distance, journey, manner
way, road, path
journey
of direction, almost or quite = toward
way, manner
fig. of course of life, or action, undertakings
of moral action and character
of duty
specif.: in good sense
oftener in bad sense
way of י׳
base
H1870 דֶּ֫רֶךְ way, road, distance, journey, manner . way, road, path
. journey
. of direction, almost or quite = toward
. way, manner
. fig. of course of life, or action, undertakings
. . of moral action and character
. of duty
. specif.: in good sense
. oftener in bad sense
. way of י׳
1870 derek deh'-rek
from 1869; a road (as trodden); figuratively, a course of
life or mode of action, often adverb:--along, away, because
of, + by, conversation, custom, (east-)ward, journey, manner,
passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-)way(-side),
whither(-soever).
see HEBREW for 01869
דֶּ֫רֶךְ (de.rekh) — way: conduct.
: conduct/lifestyle
1) way, road, distance, journey, manner
1a) road, way, path
1b) journey
1c) direction
1d) manner, habit, way
1e) of course of life (fig.)
1f) of moral character (fig.)
דֶּ֫רֶךְ (de.rekh) — Way.
This name means way, road
דֶּ֫רֶךְ (de.rekh) — (King's) Highway.
This name means way, road
Combined with me.lekh (מֶ֫לֶךְ "King's" H4428I)
דֶּ֫רֶךְ (de.rekh) — way: direction.
: direction
1) way, road, distance, journey, manner
1a) road, way, path
1b) journey
1c) direction
1d) manner, habit, way
1e) of course of life (fig.)
1f) of moral character (fig.)
דֶּ֫רֶךְ (de.rekh) — way: road.
: road/route
1) way, road, distance, journey, manner
1a) road, way, path
1b) journey
1c) direction
1d) manner, habit, way
1e) of course of life (fig.)
1f) of moral character (fig.)
דֶּ֫רֶךְ (de.rekh) — way: journey.
: journey
Prep | N-cs — Preposition · noun common both singular absoluteHRd/Ncbsa
wa ('orach, orcha', 'erets, bo', derekh, halikhah, ma`galah, nathibh; hodos, parodos, poreia, tropos; "highway," mecillah, meclul; diexodoi ton hodon): The list just cited contains only a portion of the words translated "way" or "highway" in the King James Version. Most of them have the primary meaning of "road," "customary path," "course of travel" (Ge 3:24; Ex 23:20; Nu 20:17, etc.). By a very easy and natural figure "way" is applied to the course of human conduct, the manner of life which one lives (Ex 18:20; 32:8; Nu 22:32; 1Sa 8:3;