Psalms 55:20 — Word Study
WLCשָׁלַ֣ח יָ֭דָיו בִּשְׁלֹמָ֗יו חִלֵּ֥ל בְּרִיתֽוֹ׃
BSAto hearshâmaʻ godʼêl be occupiedʻânâh to dwellyâshab frontqedem Selahçelâh whichʼăsher nothingʼayin changechălîyphâh notlôʼ to fearyârêʼ Godʼĕlôhîym
| Greek | English | Parsing |
|---|---|---|
| שָׁלַ֣ח | he stretched out | Verb, Qal, perfect third person masculine singular |
| יָ֭דָיו | hands his | Noun common both dual construct, suffix |
| בִּשְׁלֹמָ֗יו | on allies his | Preposition, noun common masculine plural construct, suffix |
| חִלֵּ֥ל | he violated | Verb, Piel, perfect third person masculine singular |
| בְּרִיתֽוֹ׃ | covenant his | Noun common feminine singular construct, suffix |
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| BSB | My companion attacks his friends; he violates his covenant. |
| KJV | He hath put forth his hands against such as be at peace with him: he hath broken his covenant. |
| ASV | He hath put forth his hands against such as were at peace with him: He hath profaned his covenant. |
| YLT | He hath sent forth his hands against his well-wishers, He hath polluted his covenant. |
| WEB | He raises his hands against his friends. He has violated his covenant. |
| BBE | He has put out his hand against those who were at peace with him; he has not kept his agreement. |
Translations agree on the meaning of חִלֵּ֥ל as 'violates' — see How Translations Differ.
The main action is presented first, followed by the details of the betrayal, creating a clear picture of the offense.
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Deep Study — Psalms 55:20
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Context — A Lament over Betrayalgenerated
Psalm 55:20 reflects the pain of betrayal by a close companion, emphasizing the emotional turmoil that arises when trust is broken. The psalmist contrasts the smooth words of the betrayer with the reality of their actions, highlighting the inner conflict of feeling deceived by someone once considered a friend. This lament fits within the broader context of seeking refuge in God amidst human betrayal, as seen in the surrounding verses.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Samuel 22:17 | Then the king ordered the guards at his side, “Turn and kill the priests of the LORD, because they too sided with David. For they knew he was fleeing, but they did not tell me.” But the king’s servants would not lift a hand to strike the priests of the LORD. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 24:10 | Behold, this day you have seen with your own eyes that the LORD delivered you into my hand in the cave. I was told to kill you, but I spared you and said, ‘I will not lift my hand against my lord, since he is the LORD’s anointed.’ |
| 3 | 2 Samuel 18:12 | The man replied, “Even if a thousand shekels of silver were weighed out into my hands, I would not raise my hand against the son of the king. For we heard the king command you and Abishai and Ittai, ‘Protect the young man Absalom for my sake. ’ |
| 4 | Acts 12:1 | About that time, King Herod reached out to harm some who belonged to the church. |
| 5 | Psalm 7:4 | if I have rewarded my ally with evil, if I have plundered my foe without cause, |
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge — 14 references, hung on the phrase they belong to
The Key Word — חִלֵּ֥ל, chi.Lelgenerated
The Hebrew word חִלֵּ֥ל (chi.Lel) is a verb in the Piel stem, indicating an action that is intensive or intentional. It conveys the idea of violating or profaning something sacred, such as a covenant or agreement. The parsing as a perfect tense suggests a completed action, emphasizing the betrayal's finality.
This word can also imply a moral or ritual violation, suggesting that the act of betrayal is not just a personal offense but also a defilement of a sacred bond. The emotional weight of this word resonates with the psalmist's experience of being wronged by a trusted companion.
How Translations Differ — measured against the Berean Standard Biblegenerated
In this study, the verse is analyzed using the Berean Standard Bible (BSB) as the base for comparison.
Sentence Structuregenerated
The main verb שָׁלַ֣ח (sha.Lach) governs the structure, with two phrases following: a noun phrase describing the object of the action and a second verb indicating the action taken against the covenant. This structure emphasizes the act of betrayal and its consequences.
The Hebrew word order places emphasis on the actions of the companion first, followed by the object of betrayal, which highlights the personal nature of the offense against friends and the covenant.
Septuagint Backgroundgenerated
The Septuagint translates the key verb חִלֵּ֥ל as ταπεινώσει, which means 'to humble' or 'to bring low.' This choice suggests an interpretation of betrayal that not only involves breaking trust but also an act of lowering or degrading the relationship.
This translation reflects a broader understanding of the emotional impact of betrayal, aligning with the psalmist's lament about the deep hurt caused by a trusted companion.
In plain words — the whole versegenerated
Psalm 55:20 expresses the pain of betrayal by a close friend who has broken a promise. The psalmist reflects on the hurt caused by someone they trusted, highlighting the emotional turmoil that comes from such a violation of friendship and trust.
Frequently Asked Questionsgenerated
The psalmist is expressing the deep hurt caused by a close friend who has turned against him, indicating betrayal and a breach of trust.
This phrase highlights the seriousness of the betrayal, as it refers to breaking a sacred agreement that was meant to ensure loyalty and trust.
This verse illustrates the emotional pain that comes from betrayal by those closest to us, emphasizing the need for divine support in times of distress.
The psalmist's lament teaches us about the reality of betrayal in relationships and the importance of seeking refuge in God during difficult times.
Reflection Questionsgenerated
- How do I respond when I feel betrayed by someone I trust?
- What steps can I take to rebuild trust after it has been broken?
- In what ways can I offer support to others who are experiencing betrayal?
- How can I ensure that I remain faithful to my commitments and agreements?
Commentators on this verse — 8 expositors, verse by verse
Each of these wrote on Psalms 55:20 itself, not merely on the chapter around it.
John Gill1697–1771Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleHe hath put forth his hands,.... The psalmist returns and describes, in this verse Psalms 55:3, the cruelty, perfidy, and hypocrisy of his false friend; who had stretched forth his hands against such
Read John Gill on Psalms 55 →Robert Jamieson1802–1880Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown's CommentaryAs for me, I will call upon God; and the LORD shall save me. -Third strophe. His confident hope, resting upon the grounds stated in the previous prayer. Verse 16,17.
Read Robert Jamieson on Psalms 55 →Matthew Poole1624–1679Matthew Poole's Commentary on the Holy BibleHe, i.e. they, the persons last mentioned. Before the singular number, ,14, was suddenly changed into the plural, , that the punishment might reach not him only, but his partners, in those treacherous and treasonable actions; and here is as sudden a change from the plural into the singular, and he returns to that person who was the chief contriver and promoter of this rebellion under Absalom, even to Ahithophel, of whom he spoke ; and though he doth not excuse the rest, as we have seen, yet he lays the chief blame upon him, and here he adds new aggravations of his treason. Hath put forth his hands, in way of force or violence, as this phrase is used, . Against such as be at peace with him…
Read Matthew Poole on Psalms 55 →John Trapp1601–1669Trapp's Complete Commentary on the Old and New TestamentsPsalms 55:20 He hath put forth his hands against such as be at peace with him: he hath broken his covenant.Ver. 20. He hath put forth his hands, &c.] That wicked Ahithophel hath. The Fathers understand it of God and his judgments. He hath broken his covenant] His oath of allegiance, and a particular oath when he was sworn of David’ s counsel. The Scythians were strict covenant keepers (Herod. Melp.); and the Carthaginians infamous for the contrary; as now the Turks are.
Read John Trapp on Psalms 55 →Charles John Ellicott1819–1905Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers(20) He hath.—As in Psalms 55:12, the individual specially prominent in the traitorous crew is here singled out, and his treachery exposed. He hath broken . . .—Literally, he perforated. In a note in his work on the Creed, referring to Colossians 2:14, Bishop Pearson says one mode of cancelling a bond was to drive a nail through it.
Read Charles John Ellicott on Psalms 55 →AdamClarkeAdam Clarke's Commentary on the BibleVerse 20. He hath put forth his hands] A farther description of Ahithophel. He betrayed his friends, and he broke his covenant with his king. He had agreed to serve David for his own emolument, and a stipulation was made accordingly; but while receiving the king's pay, he was endeavouring to subvert the kingdom, and destroy the life of his sovereign.
Read AdamClarke on Psalms 55 →CambridgeThe Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges16–23. In this division of the Psalm the storm of indignation dies away, and the Psalmist’s trustful confidence revives.
Read Cambridge on Psalms 55 →Albert Barnes1798–1870Barnes' Notes on the BibleHe hath put forth his hands against such as be at peace with him - Against those who were his friends, or who had given him no occasion for war.
Read Albert Barnes on Psalms 55 →The verse in English, compared — 16 translations, and where they part company
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Modern formal
My companion attacks his friends; he violates his covenant.
He raises his hands against his friends. He has violated his covenant.
My companion attacks his friends; he violates his covenant.
He attacks his friends; he breaks his solemn promises to them.
Tyndale line
He hath put forth his hands against such as be at peace with him: he hath broken his covenant.
He hath put forth his hands against such as were at peace with him: He hath profaned his covenant.
He hath put forth his hands against such as were at peace with him: he hath profaned his covenant.
He hath put forth his hands against such as are at peace with him: he hath broken his covenant.
Hee layed his hande vpon such, as be at peace with him, and he brake his couenant.
Strictly literal
He hath put forth his hands against such as are at peace with him; he hath profaned his covenant.
He hath sent forth his hands against his well-wishers, He hath polluted his covenant.
He has sent forth his hands against his well-wishers, || He has defiled his covenant.
(55:21) He stretcheth out his hands against those at peace with him: he violateth his covenant.
My friend has raised his hands against those who were at peace with him; he has not respected the covenant that he had.
Simplified
As for my best friend, he attacked his friends who had no quarrel with him; he broke the promises he had made to them.
He has put out his hand against those who were at peace with him; he has not kept his agreement.
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 and the Septuagint agree on the key elements of this verse, with all five words matched in the Hebrew and Greek texts. This consistency indicates a shared understanding of the betrayal theme across different textual traditions.
שָׁלַ֣ח יָ֭דָיו בִּשְׁלֹמָ֗יו חִלֵּ֥ל בְּרִיתֽוֹ׃
5 of the 5 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.
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 55:20
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.
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
HVqp3ms — Verb · Qal · perfect third person masculine singularHVqp3ms
יָד (yad) means 'hand' and can also refer to strength or power in a figurative sense. It encompasses various technical uses, such as a sign or monument, parts or shares, and even specific components in construction, like axle-trees and supports for the laver. The word is versatile, appearing in both literal and metaphorical contexts.
יָד 1604 n.f. hand
hand
Fig. = strength, power
Fig. = side
יָד is used in various special, technical senses:—
sign, monument
part, fractional part or share
time, repetition
axle-trees
stays, supports for laver
tenons on sides of boards of tabernacle
a (beckoning) hand
יַד with prep.
base
H3027 יָד hand . hand
. Fig. = strength, power
. Fig. = side
. יָד is used in various special, technical senses:— . sign, monument
. part, fractional part or share
. time, repetition
. axle-trees
. stays, supports for laver
. tenons on sides of boards of tabernacle
. a (beckoning) hand
. יַד with prep.
3027 yad yawd
a primitive word; a hand (the open one (indicating power,
means, direction, etc.), in distinction from 3709, the closed
one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of
applications, both literally and figuratively, both proximate
and remote (as follows):--(+ be) able, X about, + armholes,
at, axletree, because of, beside, border, X bounty, + broad,
(broken-)handed, X by, charge, coast, + consecrate, +
creditor, custody, debt, dominion, X enough, + fellowship,
force, X from, hand(-staves, -y work), X he, himself, X in,
labour, + large, ledge, (left-)handed, means, X mine,
ministry, near, X of, X order, ordinance, X our, parts, pain,
power, X presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay,
draw with strength, stroke, + swear, terror, X thee, X by
them, X themselves, X thine own, X thou, through, X throwing,
+ thumb, times, X to, X under, X us, X wait on, (way-)side,
יָד (yad) — hand.
: hand/arm[anatomy]
1) hand
1a) hand (of man)
1b) strength, power (fig.)
1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.)
1d) (various special, technical senses)
1d1) sign, monument
1d2) part, fractional part, share
1d3) time, repetition
1d4) axle-trees, axle
1d5) stays, support (for laver)
1d6) tenons (in tabernacle)
1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure)
1d8) wrists
יָד (yad) — hand: power.
: hand/arm[anatomy]
1) hand
1a) hand (of man)
1b) strength, power (fig.)
1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.)
1d) (various special, technical senses)
1d1) sign, monument
1d2) part, fractional part, share
1d3) time, repetition
1d4) axle-trees, axle
1d5) stays, support (for laver)
1d6) tenons (in tabernacle)
1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure)
1d8) wrists
יָד (yad) — hand: themselves.
: hand/arm[anatomy]
1) hand
1a) hand (of man)
1b) strength, power (fig.)
HNcbdc/Sp3ms — Noun common both dual construct · suffixHNcbdc/Sp3ms
שָׁלוֹם (shalom) conveys a range of meanings including completeness, soundness, welfare, and peace. It can refer to physical safety and health, as well as emotional states like tranquility and friendship, particularly in human relationships and with God. The word is derived from a root meaning 'to be complete' and is used in various contexts, including greetings.
שָׁלוֹם 237 n.m. completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
completeness in no.
safety, soundness, in body
welfare, health, prosperity
peace, quiet, tranquility, contentment
peace, friendship
peace from war
as adj. those at peace with him
base
H7965 שָׁלוֹם completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
7965 shalowm shaw-lome'
or shalom {shaw-lome'}; from 7999; safe, i.e. (figuratively)
well, happy, friendly; also (abstractly) welfare, i.e. health,
prosperity, peace:--X do, familiar, X fare, favour, + friend,
X great, (good) health, (X perfect, such as be at)
peace(-able, -ably), prosper(-ity, -ous), rest, safe(-ty),
salute, welfare, (X all is, be) well, X wholly.
see HEBREW for 07999
שָׁלוֹם (sha.lom) — peace.
: peace
1) completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
1a) completeness (in number)
1b) safety, soundness (in body)
1c) welfare, health, prosperity
1d) peace, quiet, tranquillity, contentment
1e) peace, friendship
1e1) of human relationships
1e2) with God especially in covenant relationship
1f) peace (from war)
1g) peace (as adjective)
שָׁלוֹם (ye.ho.vah sha.lom) — Peace.
This name means completeness, peace
Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
שָׁלוֹם (sha.lom) — peace: well-being.
: well-being
1) completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
1a) completeness (in number)
1b) safety, soundness (in body)
1c) welfare, health, prosperity
1d) peace, quiet, tranquillity, contentment
1e) peace, friendship
1e1) of human relationships
1e2) with God especially in covenant relationship
1f) peace (from war)
1g) peace (as adjective)
HR/Ncmpc/Sp3ms — Preposition · noun common masculine plural construct · suffixHR/Ncmpc/Sp3ms
The Hebrew word חָלַל (*chalal*) is built from a primitive root meaning to bore or pierce, and it encompasses a range of meanings including to wound, to play the flute, and to profane or defile. It can refer to both physical actions, like piercing, and moral or ritual violations, such as polluting oneself or breaking a covenant. The lexicons note various grammatical forms and uses, but do not indicate significant disagreement.
חָלַל vb. bore, pierce
Qal my heart is pierced (wounded) within me
Pi. in the hand of the ones wounding thee
Pu. pierced by the sword
Po‛el his hand pierced the fleeing serpent
Po‛al pierced, wounded because of our transgressions
base
[חלל] vb. denom. play the pipe, pipe
Qal as well the singers as the pipe-players
Polel dancers
Pi. and the people piped with pipes
base
[חָלַל] vb. pollute, defile, profane
Niph.
reflex. pollute, defile oneself
Pass., be polluted, defiled
Pi.
defile, pollute
violate the honour of, dishonour
violate a covenant
treat a vineyard as common
Pu. my great name which is profaned among the nations
Hiph.
I will not let my holy name be profaned any more.
he shall not violate his word
begin
Hoph. then it was begun (= men began) to call on the name of י׳
base
H2490a חָלַל bore, pierce H2490b חלל vb. denom. play the pipe, pipe H2490c חָלַל pollute, defile, profane
2490 chalal khaw-lal'
a primitive root (compare 2470); properly, to bore, i.e. (by
implication) to wound, to dissolve; figuratively, to profane
(a person, place or thing), to break (one's word), to begin
(as if by an "opening wedge"); denom. (from 2485) to play (the
flute):--begin (X men began), defile, X break, defile, X eat
(as common things), X first, X gather the grape thereof, X
take inheritance, pipe, player on instruments, pollute, (cast
as) profane (self), prostitute, slay (slain), sorrow, stain,
wound.
see HEBREW for 02470
see HEBREW for 02485
חָלַל (cha.lal) — to bore.
1) to wound (fatally), bore through, pierce, bore
1a) (Qal) to pierce
1b) (Pual) to be slain
1c) (Poel) to wound, pierce
1d) (Poal) to be wounded
חָלַל (cha.lal) — to play flute.
(Piel) to play the flute or pipe
חָלַל (cha.lal) — to profane/begin: begin.
: begin
1) to profane, defile, pollute, desecrate, begin
1a) (Niphal)
1a1) to profane oneself, defile oneself, pollute oneself
1a1a) ritually
1a1b) sexually
1a2) to be polluted, be defiled
1b) (Piel)
1b1) to profane, make common, defile, pollute
1b2) to violate the honour of, dishonour
1b3) to violate (a covenant)
1b4) to treat as common
1c) (Pual) to be profaned (of name of God)
1d) (Hiphil)
1d1) to let be profaned
1d2) to begin
1e) (Hophal) to be begun
חָלַל (cha.lal) — to profane/begin: profane.
: profane
1) to profane, defile, pollute, desecrate, begin
1a) (Niphal)
HVpp3ms — Verb · Piel · perfect third person masculine singularHVpp3ms
בְּרִית (berith) means 'covenant' and encompasses agreements between individuals, such as treaties and alliances, as well as divine covenants between God and humanity. It is derived from a root meaning 'to cut,' suggesting the seriousness of such agreements. The term appears in various contexts, including friendships, marriages, and formal ordinances.
בְּרִית 285 n.f. covenant
between men.
treaty, alliance, league
constitution, ordinance, between monarch and subjects
agreement, pledge
alliance of friendship between David and Jonathan
alliance of marriage
between God and man.
alliance of friendship
covenant, as a divine constitution or ordinance with signs or pledges
Phrases.
covenant making
covenant keeping
covenant violation
base
H1285 בְּרִית covenant . between men. . treaty, alliance, league
. constitution, ordinance, between monarch and subjects
. agreement, pledge
. alliance of friendship between David and Jonathan
. alliance of marriage
. between God and man. . alliance of friendship
. covenant, as a divine constitution or ordinance with signs or pledges
. Phrases. . covenant making
. covenant keeping
. covenant violation
1285 briyth ber-eeth'
from 1262 (in the sense of cutting (like 1254)); a compact
(because made by passing between pieces of
flesh):--confederacy, (con-)feder(-ate), covenant, league.
see HEBREW for 01262
see HEBREW for 01254
בְּרִית (be.rit) — covenant.
1) covenant, alliance, pledge
1a) between men
1a1) treaty, alliance, league (man to man)
1a2) constitution, ordinance (monarch to subjects)
1a3) agreement, pledge (man to man)
1a4) alliance (of friendship)
1a5) alliance (of marriage)
1b) between God and man
1b1) alliance (of friendship)
1b2) covenant (divine ordinance with signs or pledges)
2) (phrases)
2a) covenant making
2b) covenant keeping
2c) covenant violation
HNcfsc/Sp3ms — Noun common feminine singular construct · suffixHNcfsc/Sp3ms