Psalms 16:8 — Word Study
WLCשִׁוִּ֬יתִי יְהוָ֣ה לְנֶגְדִּ֣י תָמִ֑יד כִּ֥י מִֽ֝ימִינִ֗י בַּל־ אֶמּֽוֹט׃
BSAI have setshâvâh■ [continually placed, intentionally positioned] the LORDYᵉhôvâh [Yehovah, the self-existent God] alwaystâmîyd [at all times, continually] before meneged [in my presence, as my guide] Becausekîy He is at my right handyâmîyn [as my Helper, my Rock, beside me, as my Protector] I will notbal be shakenmôwṭ▸ [moved, disturbed, or wavering]
| Greek | English | Parsing |
|---|---|---|
| שִׁוִּ֬יתִי | I have placed | Verb, Piel, perfect first person common singular |
| יְהוָ֣ה | Yahweh | Noun proper |
| לְנֶגְדִּ֣י | to before me | Preposition, suffix |
| תָמִ֑יד | continually | Noun common, masculine singular absolute |
| כִּ֥י | for | Particle |
| מִֽ֝ימִינִ֗י | [he is] from right [hand] my | Preposition, noun common feminine singular construct, suffix |
| בַּל־ | not | Particle |
| אֶמּֽוֹט׃ | I will be shaken | Verb, Niphal, imperfect first person common singular |
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| BSB | I have set the LORD always before me. Because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken. |
| KJV | I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. |
| ASV | I have set Jehovah always before me: Because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. |
| YLT | I did place Jehovah before me continually, Because — at my right hand I am not moved. |
| WEB | I have set Yahweh always before me. Because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. |
| BBE | I have put the Lord before me at all times; because he is at my right hand, I will not be moved. |
Where they part company is in the rendering of אֶמּֽוֹט — see How Translations Differ.
The verse consists of two main clauses connected by a subordinate clause, with adverbial and prepositional phrases providing additional context.







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Deep Study — Psalms 16:8
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Context — A Declaration of Faithgenerated
Psalms 16:8 reveals the psalmist's commitment to keeping the LORD in his thoughts and actions. This verse is part of a larger reflection on God's guidance and support, emphasizing the importance of being aware of God's presence in daily life. The surrounding verses further illustrate the joy and security that come from trusting in God, as seen in Psalm 16:7 and Psalm 16:9.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psalm 139:18 | If I were to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand; and when I awake, I am still with You. |
| 2 | Acts 2:25–28 | David says about Him: ‘I saw the Lord always before me; because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken. |
| 3 | Hebrews 11:27 | By faith Moses left Egypt, not fearing the king’s anger; he persevered because he saw Him who is invisible. |
| 4 | Psalm 73:23–26 | Yet I am always with You; You hold my right hand. |
| 5 | Psalm 109:31 | For He stands at the right hand of the needy one, to save him from the condemners of his soul. |
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge — 9 references, hung on the phrase they belong to
The Key Word — שִׁוִּ֬יתִי, shi.Vi.tigenerated
The verb שִׁוִּ֬יתִי (shi.Vi.ti) is a perfect form in the Piel stem, indicating a completed action. It means 'I have placed' or 'I have set,' emphasizing a deliberate act of positioning the LORD in the psalmist's life.
This word is built from the root שָׁוָה (shavah), which conveys the idea of leveling or equalizing. In this context, it signifies the intentional act of placing God before oneself, highlighting the psalmist's commitment to maintaining a conscious awareness of God's presence.
How Translations Differ — measured against the Berean Standard Biblegenerated
This study reads the verse in the Berean Standard Bible, so the BSB is the wording every comparison below is made against.
Sentence Structuregenerated
The verse centers around the finite verb שִׁוִּ֬יתִי, I have set, which governs the object יְהוָ֣ה, the LORD, and is complemented by two adverbial phrases: תָמִ֑יד, always, and בַּל, not, leading to the concluding verb אֶמּֽוֹט, I will be shaken.
The structure emphasizes the psalmist's declaration of faith, with the main action of setting the LORD before him leading to the assurance of stability, as the clauses unfold in a cause-and-effect relationship.
Septuagint Backgroundgenerated
The Septuagint translates שִׁוִּ֬יתִי as προωρώμην (proōrōmēn), meaning 'I have set forth' or 'I have placed before.' This choice indicates a similar emphasis on intentionality in placing God at the forefront of one's life.
The translation of יְהוָ֣ה remains consistent as Κύριος (Kýrios), maintaining the sacred name of God, while the phrase structure reflects the Greek syntax.
In plain words — the whole versegenerated
Psalms 16:8 expresses the psalmist's commitment to always keeping the LORD in focus, as he believes this presence ensures he will not be shaken. This verse shows the importance of God's guidance and support in the believer's life.
Frequently Asked Questionsgenerated
Setting the LORD before oneself means to consciously acknowledge His presence and guidance in every aspect of life, ensuring that one's actions align with His will.
The psalmist expresses confidence by stating that because the LORD is at his right hand, he will not be shaken, indicating trust in God's protection and support.
Not being shaken implies a sense of stability and security, suggesting that the psalmist feels grounded and protected by God's presence.
We can apply this verse by intentionally focusing on God's presence in our lives, trusting in His guidance and support to navigate challenges.
Reflection Questionsgenerated
- In what ways can I be more intentional about recognizing God's presence in my daily life?
- How does knowing that God is my protector affect my response to challenges?
- What practices can help me maintain a focus on God, as the psalmist did?
- How can I encourage others to trust in God's guidance and support?
The early church on this verse — how the Fathers read it
The early church fathers referenced this verse to discuss the importance of God's presence and support in the believer's life. Their insights highlight the psalmist's commitment to placing God at the forefront of his thoughts.
Consider here that it is always in our power to set the Lord before us. The one who resembles the Savior in his integrity places God at his right side and says, he is at my right hand to keep me steadfast.Early Church Fathers on Psalms 16 →
"I foresaw the Lord in My sight always" [Psalms 16:8]. But coming into things that pass away, I removed not My eye from Him who abides ever, foreseeing this,Early Church Fathers on Psalms 16 →
Do you see the equal worth of the Son with the Father? Sometimes the Son is said to stand or to sit on the right; now they grant the right to the Father, so that you may say that there is one power,Early Church Fathers on Psalms 16 →
Commentators on this verse — 8 expositors, verse by verse
Each of these wrote on Psalms 16:8 itself, not merely on the chapter around it.
John Gill1697–1771Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleI have set the Lord always before me, Not his fear only, or the book of the law, as Jarchi interprets it, but the Lord himself; or, "I foresaw the Lord always before my face", Acts 2:26; as Christ is
Read John Gill on Psalms 16 →
Robert Jamieson1802–1880Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown's CommentaryI have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. Because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
Read Robert Jamieson on Psalms 16 →
Matthew Poole1624–1679Matthew Poole's Commentary on the Holy Biblei.e. I have always presented him to my mind as my rule and scope, as my witness and judge, as my patron and protector, in the discharge of my office, and in all my actions. Hitherto David seems to have spoken in his own person, and with special respect to himself; but now he seems to have been transported by a higher, inspiration of the Spirit of prophecy, and to be carried above himself, and to have an eye to the man Christ Jesus, who is and was the end of the law, and the great scope of all the prophets, and to speak of himself only as a type of Christ, and with more special respect unto Christ, in whom this and the following verses were much more truly and fully accomplished than in…
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John Trapp1601–1669Trapp's Complete Commentary on the Old and New TestamentsPsalms 16:8 I have set the LORD always before me: because [he is] at my right hand, I shall not be moved.Ver. 8. I have set the Lord always before me] Heb. I have equally set, or proposed. The apostle translateth it, "I foresee the Lord always before my face," Acts 2:25. I set the eye of my faith full upon him, and suffer it not to take to other things; I look him in the face, oculo irretorto, as the eagle looketh upon the sun; and oculo adamantino, with an eye of adamant, which turns only to one point; so here, I have equally set the Lord before me, without irregular affections and passions. And this was one of those lessons that his reins had taught him, that the Holy Spirit had dictated…
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Charles John Ellicott1819–1905Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers(8) At my right hand.—Comp. Psalms 109:31; Psalms 110:5; Psalms 121:5. The image seems to be a military one: the shield of the right-hand comrade is a protection to the man beside him.
Read Charles John Ellicott on Psalms 16 →
AdamClarkeAdam Clarke's Commentary on the BibleVerse 8. I have set the Lord always before me] This verse, and all to the end of Ps 16:11, are applied by St. Peter to the death and resurrection of Christ. Acts 2:25, c. In all that our Lord did, said, or suffered, he kept the glory of the Father and the accomplishment of his purpose constantly in view. He tells us that he did not come down from heaven to do his own will, but the will of the Father who had sent him. See John 17:4. He is at my right hand] That is, I have his constant presence, approbation, and support. All this is spoken by Christ as man. I shall not be moved.] Nothing can swerve me from my purpose nothing can prevent me from fulfilling the Divine counsel, in reference to…
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CambridgeThe Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges8. The true ‘practice of the Presence of God’ (Psalms 119:30; Psalms 18:22). The LXX has, I beheld the Lord always before my face. at my right hand] As advocate (Psalms 109:31), or champion (Psalms 110:5; Psalms 121:5). A warrior defending another person would naturally stand on his right.
Read Cambridge on Psalms 16 →
Albert Barnes1798–1870Barnes' Notes on the BibleI have set the Lord always before me - By night as well as by day; in my private meditations as well as in my public professions.
Read Albert Barnes on Psalms 16 →The verse in English, compared — 17 translations, and where they part company
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Modern formal
I have set the LORD always before me. Because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.
I have set Yahweh always before me. Because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
I have set the LORD always before me. Because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.
I constantly trust in the Lord; because he is at my right hand, I will not be upended.
Tyndale line
I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
I have set Jehovah always before me: Because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
I haue set the Lord alwayes before me: for hee is at my right hand: therefore I shall not slide.
Strictly literal
I have set Jehovah continually before me; because [he is] at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
I did place Jehovah before me continually, Because — at my right hand I am not moved.
I placed YHWH before me continually, || Because [He is] at my right hand I am not moved.
I have always set the Lord before me, that, being at my right hand, I might not be moved.
I set Yahweh before me at all times, so I will not be shaken from his right hand!
From the Latin
From them that resist thy right hand keep me, as the apple of thy eye. Protect me under the shadow of thy wings.
Simplified
I have always kept the Lord in front of me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.
I have put the Lord before me at all times; because he is at my right hand, I will not be moved.
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: "שִׁוִּ֬יתִי יְהוָ֣ה לְנֶגְדִּ֣י תָמִ֑יד כִּ֥י מִֽ֝ימִינִ֗י בַּל־ אֶמּֽוֹט׃" The Septuagint has a similar structure, with 6 of the 8 words matching the Hebrew, but its word order and articles differ. The Dead Sea Scrolls (4Q85) contain fragments with some words partially restored and others supplied by an editor, but they align closely with the Masoretic Text's meaning. Overall, the Masoretic Text is supported by the Septuagint and the Dead Sea Scrolls, with minor differences in wording and structure.
שִׁוִּ֬יתִי יְהוָ֣ה לְנֶגְדִּ֣י תָמִ֑יד כִּ֥י מִֽ֝ימִינִ֗י בַּל־ אֶמּֽוֹט׃
6 of the 8 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.
שויתי [יהוה] [לנגד׳י] [תמיד] [כי] [מימינ׳י] בל אמוט
2 words on the leather — 1 partly restored, 5 supplied entire by an editor.
Four traditions, not one. “On the leather” means the letters physically survive on the scroll, as against letters an editor has supplied to fill a hole in it — a restoration is a scholar’s reading, not a reading of the manuscript. Words in [square brackets] are supplied; the notes count them apart from what survives.
The map of this verse — what each word keeps company with
This is a map of two things, both counted rather than judged. Company kept: which words stand within three words of each of these, anywhere in the Hebrew Bible — the thicker the line, the more often the pair meet compared with chance. Built from: the words a word is made out of, taken from its own Strong’s entry. It is not a map of meaning: nothing here claims two words mean the same thing. Click any circle to see the numbers behind it.
Lexicons — every word in Psalms 16:8
One dossier per word, with every reference work grouped by kind — Hebrew lexicons, morphology, Bible dictionaries, topical chains and the English of the translators themselves. The verse sits at the head of each block with the word under study lit, so you never lose your place. The panel above gives the short answer; this is the long one, and it is the part of the page worth indexing.
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.
שָׁוָה (shavah) is a Hebrew verb that conveys the idea of being even or smooth, and extends to meanings like agreeing, resembling, or making something like another. It is built from a primitive root and covers a range of uses, including to level, set, or adjust. The entries indicate various forms, such as Qal, Piel, and Hiphil, which express different nuances of the verb.
שָׁוָה vb. (be even, smooth, v. Pi., hence) agree with, be like, resemble
Qal it was not equalled to me, i.e. not requited
Pi. he hath levelled
Hiph. make like
Nithp. (appar.) are alike
base
[שָׁוָה] vb. Pi. set, place
base
H7737a שָׁוָה (be even, smooth, v. Pi., hence) agree with, be like, resemble . make like
. (appar.) are alike
H7737b שָׁוָה Pi. set, place
7737 shavah shaw-vaw'
a primitive root; properly, to level, i.e. equalize;
figuratively, to resemble; by implication, to adjust (i.e.
counterbalance, be suitable, compose, place, yield,
etc.):--avail, behave, bring forth, compare, countervail,
(be, make) equal, lay, be (make, a- )like, make plain, profit,
reckon.
שָׁוָה (sha.vah) — be like.
1) to agree with, be or become like, level, resemble
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to be like
1a2) equivalent (participle)
1a3) to set, place
1a4) setting (participle)
1b) (Piel) to level, smooth, still
1c) (Hiphil) to make like
1d) (Nithpael) to be alike
Aramaic equivalent: she.vah (שְׁוָה "be like" H7739A)
שָׁוָה (sha.vah) — to set.
(Piel) to set, place
Aramaic equivalent: she.vah (שְׁוָה "be set" H7739B)
V-Piel-Perf-1cs — Verb · Piel · perfect first person common singularHVpp1cs
יְהֹוָה (ye.ho.vah) is the proper name of the God of Israel, often rendered as Jehovah or the Lord. It signifies the self-existent or eternal nature of God. The name is closely associated with the revelation to Moses in Exodus 3:12-15 and is used in conjunction with other terms to denote sacred places. Some scholars suggest it derives from a root meaning 'to bring into being.'
יהוה c. 6823 i.e. יַהְוֶה n.pr.dei Yahweh, the proper name of the God of Israel—(1. MT יְהֹוָה 6518 (Qr אֲדֹנָי), or יֱהֹוִה 305 (Qr אֱלֹהִים) 2. Many recent scholars explain יַהְוֶה as Hiph. of הוה (= היה) the one bringing into being, life-giver)
יהוה is not used by E in Gn, but is given Ex 3:12-15 as the name of the God who revealed Himself to Moses at Horeb
יהוה is used with אלהים and suffixes, especially in D
the phrase † אֲנִי יהוה is noteworthy
יהוה is also used with several predicates, to form sacred names of holy places of Yahweh
base
H3068 יהוה i.e. יַהְוֶה n. pr. dei Yahweh, the proper name of the God of Israel
3068 Yhovah yeh-ho-vaw'
from 1961; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish
national name of God:--Jehovah, the Lord. Compare 3050, 3069.
see HEBREW for 01961
see HEBREW for 03050
see HEBREW for 03069
יְהֹוָה (ye.ho.vah) — LORD.
Jehovah = "the existing One"
1) the proper name of the one true God
1a) unpronounced except with the vowel pointings of a.do.na (אֲדֹנָי "Lord" H0136)
יְהֹוָה (ye.ho.vah) — The Lord.
Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
יְהֹוָה (ye.ho.vah) — (Jerusalem of) the Lord.
Combined with ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
N-proper — Noun properHNpt
נֶ֫גֶד (neged) refers to something that is conspicuous or in front, functioning as both a noun and an adverb. It denotes a position opposite or before someone, often used to indicate presence or visibility. The word can imply a counterpart or mate, and it appears in contexts emphasizing sight or proximity.
נֶ֫גֶד 151 subst. what is conspicuous or in front, always as adv. or prep. in front of, in sight of, opposite to
base
H5048 נֶ֫גֶד subst. what is conspicuous or in front, always as adv. or prep. in front of, in sight of, opposite to
5048 neged neh'-ghed
from 5046; a front, i.e. part opposite; specifically a
counterpart, or mate; usually (adverbial, especially with
preposition) over against or before:--about, (over) against,
X aloof, X far (off), X from, over, presence, X other side,
sight, X to view.
see HEBREW for 05046
נֶ֫גֶד (ne.ged) — before.
subst
1) what is conspicuous, what is in front of
adv
2) in front of, straight forward, before, in sight of
3) in front of oneself, straightforward
4) before your face, in your view or purpose
with prep
5) what is in front of, corresponding to
6) in front of, before
7) in the sight or presence of
8) parallel to
9) over, for
10) in front, opposite
11) at a distance
prep
12) from the front of, away from
13) from before the eyes of, opposite to, at a distance from
14) from before, in front of
15) as far as the front of
Aramaic equivalent: ne.ged (נֶ֫גֶד "before" H5049)
Prep | Prep | Suff — Preposition · suffixHR/Acmsc/Sp1bs
תָּמִיד (tamiyd) refers to continuity or perpetuity, often used adverbially to mean continually or constantly. It is derived from a root meaning to stretch, indicating indefinite extension. The term is also associated with the regular daily sacrifice in the Old Testament, emphasizing its constant nature.
תָּמִיד n.m. continuity
earliest and oftenest as adv., continually
as subst.
base
H8548 תָּמִיד continuity . earliest and oftenest as adv., continually
. as subst.
8548 tamiyd taw-meed'
from an unused root meaning to stretch; properly, continuance
(as indefinite extension); but used only (attributively as
adjective) constant (or adverbially, constantly); ellipt. the
regular (daily) sacrifice:--alway(-s), continual
(employment, -ly), daily, ((n-))ever(-more), perpetual.
תָּמִיד (ta.mid) — continually.
1) continuity, perpetuity, to stretch
1a) continually, continuously (as adverb)
1b) continuity (subst)
N-ms — Noun common · masculine singular absoluteHNcmsa
כִּי (ki) is a conjunction primarily meaning 'that,' 'for,' or 'when.' It indicates causal relationships and can express conditions like 'if' or 'though.' The word is versatile, appearing in various contexts to convey certainty, exception, or concession. Notably, it can combine with other particles to modify its meaning, such as in the phrase כִּי אם־ (ki im), meaning 'that if.'
כִּי conj. that, for, when
that
Of time, when, of the past
elsewhere כִּי has a force approximating to if, though it usu. represents a case as more likely to occur than אִם
when or if, with a concessive force, i.e. though
Because, since
base
כִּי אם־
each part. retaining its independent force, and relating to a different clause:
that if
for if
(About 140 t.) the two particles being closely conjoined, and relating to the same clause—
limiting the prec. clause, except
the if being neglected, and treated as pleonastic, so that the clause is no longer a limitation of the preceding clause but a contradiction of it: but rather, but
after an oath, surely
base
כִּי עַל כֵּן forasmuch as
base
H3588a כִּי that, for, when . that
. . Of time, when, of the past
. elsewhere כִּי has a force approximating to if, though it usu. represents a case as more likely to occur than אִם
. when or if, with a concessive force, i.e. though
. Because, since
H3588b כִּי אם־ . each part. retaining its independent force, and relating to a different clause: . that if
. for if
. (About 140 t.) the two particles being closely conjoined, and relating to the same clause— . limiting the prec. clause, except
. the if being neglected, and treated as pleonastic, so that the clause is no longer a limitation of the preceding clause but a contradiction of it: but rather, but
. after an oath, surely
H3588c כִּי עַל כֵּן forasmuch as
3588 kiy kee
a primitive particle (the full form of the prepositional
prefix) indicating causal relations of all kinds, antecedent
or consequent; (by implication) very widely used as a relative
conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by
other particles annexed:--and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch,
where-)as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else,
even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, +
nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then,
therefore, + (al- )though, + till, truly, + until, when,
whether, while, whom, yea, yet.
כִּי (ki) — for.
1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since
1a) that
1a1) yea, indeed
1b) when (of time)
1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force)
1c) because, since (causal connection)
1d) but (after negative)
1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if
1f) but rather, but
1g) except that
1h) only, nevertheless
1i) surely
1j) that is
1k) but if
1l) for though
1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
כִּי [אם] (ki im) — that if: except.
1) except if
1a) but if
1b) even though
כִּי [עַל כֵּן] (ki [al ken]) — for as that: since.
1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since
1a) that
1a1) yea, indeed
1b) when (of time)
1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force)
1c) because, since (causal connection)
1d) but (after negative)
Conj — ParticleHTc
for (ki (conjunction), le, from 'el (preposition), and various other words. In the New Testament also the words are various, chiefly gar, kai gar, hoti (conjunctions); anti apo eis dia (accusative), epi (dative and accusative), peri (genitive), pros (genitive and accusative), huper (genitive) (prepositions)): the English Revised Version and the American Standard Revised Version give in many cases more literal or more accurate renderings than those in the King James Version.
In the New Testament the most important preps. from a doctrinal point of view are anti, "face to face," "over against," "instead," "on behalf of," peri, "around," "about," "concerning," huper, "over," "on behalf of." The first has been claimed as stating the substitutionary nature of Christ's sacrifice as contrasted with huper and peri, more frequently used of it. But, although anti in the New Testament often means…
The Hebrew word יָמִין (*yamiyn*) means 'right hand' or 'right side,' and it can also refer to the direction south, as the right hand points south when facing east. It is derived from the root word for 'to be strong' and covers various contexts, including body parts and directional references.
יָמִין 137 n.f. right hand
right hand
of situation on, or direction toward the right
of other parts of the body
= south, because when facing east the right hand is toward the south
base
H3225 יָמִין right hand . right hand
. of situation on, or direction toward the right
. of other parts of the body
. = south, because when facing east the right hand is toward the south
3225 yamiyn yaw-meen'
from 3231; the right hand or side (leg, eye) of a person or
other object (as the stronger and more dexterous); locally,
the south:--+ left-handed, right (hand, side), south.
see HEBREW for 03231
יָמִין (ya.min) — right.
1) right, right hand, right side
1a) right hand
1b) right (of direction)
1c) south (the direction of the right hand when facing East)
Also means: ya.min (יָמִין ": south" H3225H)
יָמִין (ya.min) — right: south.
1) right, right hand, right side
1a) right hand
1b) right (of direction)
1c) south (the direction of the right hand when facing East)
יָמִין (ya.min) — [Ben]jamin.
A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.35.18;
son of: Israel (H3478) and Rachel (H7354);
brother of: Joseph (H3130);
half-brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783);
Prep | N-fs | Suff — Preposition · noun common feminine singular construct · suffixHR/Ncfsc/Sp1bs
בַּל (bal) is an adverb meaning 'not' or 'none.' It conveys a sense of negation, indicating absence or failure. The word is derived from a root that implies nothingness and can also be used in contexts like 'lest' or 'neither.' The entries consistently emphasize its function as a negation in various forms.
בַּל 69 adv. not
base
H1077 בַּל not
1077 bal bal
from 1086; properly, a failure; by implication nothing;
usually (adverb) not at all; also lest:--lest, neither, no,
none (that...), not (any), nothing.
see HEBREW for 01086
בַּל (bal) — not.
not, hardly, else
Part — ParticleHTn
מוֹט (mot) is a Hebrew verb meaning to totter, shake, or slip. It has various forms, including Qal (to totter), Niphal (to be shaken), Hiphil (to dislodge), and Hithpael (to be greatly shaken). The entries indicate a range of meanings related to instability and movement, but do not specify any particular Old Testament verses.
[מוֹט] vb. totter, shake, slip
Qal totter, slip
Niph. be shaken, moved, overthrown
Hiph. dislodge, let fall, drop
Hithpo‛l. be greatly shaken
base
H4131 [מוֹט] totter, shake, slip
4131 mowt mote
a primitive root; to waver; by implication , to slip, shake,
fall:--be carried, cast, be out of course, be fallen in
decay, X exceedingly, fall(-ing down), be (re-)moved, be
ready, shake, slide, slip.
מוֹט (mot) — to shake.
1) to totter, shake, slip
1a) (Qal) to totter, shake, slip
1b) (Niphal) to be shaken, be moved, be overthrown
1c) (Hiphil) to dislodge, let fall, drop
1d) (Hithpael) to be greatly shaken
V-Niphal-Imperf-1cs — Verb · Niphal · imperfect first person common singularHVNi1cs
