Psalms 92:3 — Word Study
WLCעֲֽלֵי־ עָ֭שׂוֹר וַעֲלֵי־ נָ֑בֶל עֲלֵ֖י הִגָּי֣וֹן בְּכִנּֽוֹר׃
BSAto tellnâgad morningbôqer kindnesschêçêd faithfulnessʼĕmûwnâh nightlayil
| Greek | English | Parsing |
|---|---|---|
| עֲֽלֵי־ | on | Preposition |
| עָ֭שׂוֹר | a ten | Noun common, masculine singular absolute |
| וַעֲלֵי־ | and on | Conjunction, preposition |
| נָ֑בֶל | a lyre | Noun common, masculine singular absolute |
| עֲלֵ֖י | on | Preposition |
| הִגָּי֣וֹן | a melody | Noun common, masculine singular absolute |
| בְּכִנּֽוֹר׃ | with a harp | Preposition, noun common masculine singular absolute |
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| BSB | with the ten-stringed harp and the melody of the lyre. |
| KJV | Upon an instrument of ten strings, and upon the psaltery; upon the harp with a solemn sound. |
| ASV | With an instrument of ten strings, and with the psaltery; With a solemn sound upon the harp. |
| YLT | On ten strings and on psaltery, On higgaion, with harp. |
| WEB | with the ten-stringed lute, with the harp, and with the melody of the lyre. |
| BBE | On a ten-corded instrument, and on an instrument of music with a quiet sound. |
All translations agree on the wording regarding the musical instruments mentioned.
The verse consists of a main clause followed by a descriptive phrase, emphasizing the instruments of worship.
8 commentators on this verse
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Deep Study — Psalms 92:3
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Context — A Psalm of Praisegenerated
Psalm 92:3 is a call to worship, inviting the use of musical instruments to proclaim God's loving devotion in the morning and His faithfulness at night. This psalm reflects the joy and gratitude that the psalmist feels for God's deeds, as seen in the verses surrounding this one, which highlight the importance of music in worship.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psalm 33:2 | Praise the LORD with the harp; make music to Him with ten strings. |
| 2 | Psalm 57:8 | Awake, my glory! Awake, O harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn. |
| 3 | Psalm 68:25 | The singers lead the way, the musicians follow after, among the maidens playing tambourines. |
| 4 | Psalm 81:2–3 | Lift up a song, strike the tambourine, play the sweet-sounding harp and lyre. |
| 5 | Psalm 149:3 | Let them praise His name with dancing, and make music to Him with tambourine and harp. |
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge — 11 references, hung on the phrase they belong to
The Key Word — עֲלֵי־, 'alei-generated
The Hebrew word עַל (*al*) is a preposition meaning 'upon' and encompasses a wide range of meanings, including 'on account of,' 'beside,' 'above,' and 'against.' It indicates physical placement or emotional burdens, and can also imply a sense of responsibility.
In this verse, it sets the stage for the musical expressions that follow, emphasizing the act of playing music on the instruments mentioned.
How Translations Differ — measured against the Berean Standard Biblegenerated
All translations agree on the phrase with the ten-stringed harp and the melody of the lyre, maintaining the same musical imagery.
Sentence Structuregenerated
The structure of the verse is centered around a series of prepositional phrases, with the main action implied in the context of worship. The phrases describe the instruments used in praise, emphasizing their role in expressing devotion.
The word order highlights the instruments first, drawing attention to the act of worship before the accompanying actions.
Septuagint Backgroundgenerated
The Septuagint translates the Hebrew with τοῦ (the), indicating a direct connection to the instruments mentioned. This choice reflects the translators' intent to maintain the focus on the act of worship through music.
The Greek rendering aligns closely with the Hebrew, preserving the significance of the musical elements.
In plain words — the whole versegenerated
Psalm 92:3 encourages worship through music, specifically using a ten-stringed harp and a lyre. The psalmist expresses joy and gratitude for God's faithfulness, highlighting the importance of music in celebrating His deeds.
Frequently Asked Questionsgenerated
The ten-stringed harp symbolizes completeness and perfection in worship, reflecting the fullness of praise offered to God.
Music serves as a powerful expression of devotion and gratitude, helping to convey emotions and connect worshippers to God.
The melody of the lyre represents a solemn sound that enhances the worship experience, inviting contemplation and reverence.
This verse fits within a psalm that emphasizes God's loving devotion and faithfulness, encouraging worshippers to express their joy through music.
Reflection Questionsgenerated
- In what ways can I incorporate music into my personal worship?
- How does understanding the instruments mentioned enhance my appreciation of this psalm?
- What are some specific ways I can express gratitude to God in my life?
- How can I encourage others to engage in worship through music?
The early church on this verse — how the Fathers read it
The early Church Fathers, like Augustine of Hippo, referenced this verse to discuss the role of music in worship, highlighting its significance in expressing devotion.
"Upon a psaltery of ten strings, with a song, and upon the harp" [Psalms 92:3].Early Church Fathers on Psalms 92 →
Commentators on this verse — 8 expositors, verse by verse
Each of these wrote on Psalms 92:3 itself, not merely on the chapter around it.
John Gill1697–1771Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleUpon an instrument of ten strings,.... An harp of ten strings, as the Targum.
Read John Gill on Psalms 92 →Robert Jamieson1802–1880Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown's CommentaryUpon an instrument of ten strings, and upon the psaltery; upon the harp with a solemn sound. Upon an instrument of ten strings, and upon the psaltery; upon the harp. "Psaltery," or lyre-Hebrew, nabel.
Read Robert Jamieson on Psalms 92 →John Trapp1601–1669Trapp's Complete Commentary on the Old and New TestamentsPsalms 92:3 Upon an instrument of ten strings, and upon the psaltery; upon the harp with a solemn sound.Ver. 3. Upon an instrument of ten strings, &c.] This was part of the Jewish pedagogy; and teacheth us to use all lawful means to enforce ourselves to that, whereunto we are so dull and backward.
Read John Trapp on Psalms 92 →Charles John Ellicott1819–1905Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers(3) Ten strings.—See Note, Psalms 33:2. Upon the harp with a solemn sound.—Rather, with music of the harp. For the Hebrew word, see Note, Psalms 9:16.
Read Charles John Ellicott on Psalms 92 →AdamClarkeAdam Clarke's Commentary on the BibleVerse 3. Upon an instrument of ten strings] Eusebius, in his comment on this Psalm, says: Ψαλτηριονδεδεκαχορδον, ἡτουἉγιουΠνευματοςδιατωναισθητηριωνπεντεμεντουσωματος, ισαριθμωνδετηςψυχηςδυναμεων, επιτελουμενηλατρεια· "The Psaltery of ten strings is the worship of the Holy Spirit, performed by means of the five senses of the body, and by the five powers of the soul." And, to confirm this interpretation, he quotes the apostle, 1 Corinthians 14:15: "I will pray with the spirit, and with the understanding also; I will sing with the spirit, and with the understanding also." "As the mind has its influence by which it moves the body, so the spirit has its own influence by which it moves the…
Read AdamClarke on Psalms 92 →CambridgeThe Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges3. With decachord and with psaltery, With meditative music on the harp. In Psalms 33:2; Psalms 144:9, ten-stringed is an epithet of psaltery, but here two instruments seem to be meant. Higgâyôn occurs in Psalms 9:16 as a technical term, denoting apparently an instrumental interlude. The word denotes musing or meditation in Psalms 19:14. See Introd. p. xxiv.
Read Cambridge on Psalms 92 →Albert Barnes1798–1870Barnes' Notes on the BibleUpon an instrument of ten strings - The general idea in this verse is, that instruments “of all kinds” are to be employed in celebrating the praises of God. On the instrument here referred to, see the notes at Psalms 33:2.
Read Albert Barnes on Psalms 92 →Daniel Denison Whedon1808–1885Whedon's Commentary on the Bible3. Instrument of ten strings… psaltery… harp—See note on Psalms 81:2; Psalms 33:2. Upon the harp with a solemn sound—Either a gentle sound, or a grave undertone—double bass.
Read Daniel Denison Whedon on Psalms 92 →The verse in English, compared — 17 translations, and where they part company
Every translation on this page is a decision someone had to make and commit to. Read down a column and you see one translator's judgement; read across a row and you see the range the Greek actually allows. The BSB is the wording the rest of this page is measured against, so it is listed first.
Modern formal
with the ten-stringed harp and the melody of the lyre.
with the ten-stringed lute, with the harp, and with the melody of the lyre.
with the ten-stringed harp and the melody of the lyre.
to the accompaniment of a ten-stringed instrument and a lyre, to the accompaniment of the meditative tone of the harp.
Tyndale line
Upon an instrument of ten strings, and upon the psaltery; upon the harp with a solemn sound.
With an instrument of ten strings, and with the psaltery; With a solemn sound upon the harp.
With an instrument of ten strings, and with the psaltery; with a solemn sound upon the harp.
Upon an instrument of ten strings, and upon the psaltery; upon the harp with a solemn sound.
Vpon an instrument of tenne strings, and vpon the viole with the song vpon the harpe.
Strictly literal
Upon an instrument of ten strings and upon the lute; upon the Higgaion with the harp.
On ten strings and on psaltery, On higgaion, with harp.
On ten strings and on stringed instrument, || On higgaion, with harp.
(92:4) Upon a ten-stringed instrument, and upon the psaltery; and with the sweet sound of the harp.
with a harp of ten strings and with the melody of the lyre.
From the Latin
The floods have lifted up, O Lord: the floods have lifted up their voice. The floods have lifted up their waves,
Simplified
to the music of a ten-stringed harp and the melody of a lyre.
On a ten-corded instrument, and on an instrument of music with a quiet sound.
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 largely agree in their wording, with six of the seven words matched. This consistency suggests a strong tradition in the transmission of this text.
עֲֽלֵי־ עָ֭שׂוֹר וַעֲלֵי־ נָ֑בֶל עֲלֵ֖י הִגָּי֣וֹן בְּכִנּֽוֹר׃
6 of the 7 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
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Lexicons — every word in Psalms 92:3
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The Hebrew word עַל (*al*) is a preposition meaning 'upon' and encompasses a wide range of meanings, including 'on account of,' 'beside,' 'above,' and 'against.' It can indicate physical placement, emotional burdens, or duties imposed on a person. The entries also note its use in idiomatic expressions and with verbs of motion. There is a mention of its function as a conjunction in certain contexts.
כִּי עַל כֵּן forasmuch as
base
עַל, עָ֑ל
subst. height
As prep. upon, and hence on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against
Upon, of the substratum upon which an object in any way rests, or on which an action is performed
—
of clothing, etc., which any one wears
With verbs of covering or protecting, even though the cover or veil be not over or above the thing covered, but around or before it
Of what rests heavily upon a person, or is a burden to him
Of a duty, payment, care, etc., imposed upon a person, or devolving on him
על is used idiom. to give pathos to the expression of an emotion, by emphasizing the person who is its subject, and who, as it were, feels it acting upon him
חָיָה עַל to live upon (as upon a foundation or support)
H5921a עַל, עָ֑ל . As prep. upon, and hence on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against . Upon, of the substratum upon which an object in any way rests, or on which an action is performed . — . of clothing, etc., which any one wears
. With verbs of covering or protecting, even though the cover or veil be not over or above the thing covered, but around or before it
. Of what rests heavily upon a person, or is a burden to him
. Of a duty, payment, care, etc., imposed upon a person, or devolving on him
. על is used idiom. to give pathos to the expression of an emotion, by emphasizing the person who is its subject, and who, as it were, feels it acting upon him
. חָיָה עַל to live upon (as upon a foundation or support)
5921 `al al
properly, the same as 5920 used as a preposition (in the
singular or plural often with prefix, or as conjunction with a
particle following); above, over, upon, or against (yet always
in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great
variety of applications (as follow):--above, according
to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, X as, at, because
of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, X both
and, by (reason of), X had the charge of, concerning for, in
(that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-)on, over, than,
through(-out), to, touching, X with.
see HEBREW for 05920
עַל (al) — upon.
prep
1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against
1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards
1b) above, beyond, over (of excess)
1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence)
1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition)
1e) over (of suspension or extension)
1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity)
1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion)
1h) to (as a dative)
[כִּי] עַל [כֵּן] ([ki] al [ken]) — as.
conj
HR — PrepositionHR
On
Light; the sun, (Gen. 41:45, 50), the great seat of sun-worship, called also Bethshemesh (Jer. 43:13) and Aven (Ezek. 30:17), stood on the east bank of the Nile, a few miles north of Memphis, and near Cairo, in the north-east. The Vulgate and the LXX. Versions have “Heliopolis” (“city of the sun”) instead of On in Genesis and of Aven in Ezekiel. The “city of destruction” Isaiah speaks of (19:18, marg. “of Heres;” Heb. ‘Ir-ha-heres, which some MSS. read Ir-ha-heres, i.e., “city of the sun”) may be the name given to On, the prophecy being that the time will come when that city which was known as the “city of the sun-god” shall become the “city of destruction” of the sun-god, i.e., when idolatry shall cease, and the worship…
(abode or city of the sun), a town of lower Egypt, called BETH-SHEMESH in (Jeremiah 43:13) On is better known under its Greek name Heliopolis. It was situated on the east side of the Pelusiac branch of the Nile, just below the point of the Delta, and about twenty miles northeast of Memphis. The chief object of worship at Heliopolis was the sun, whose temple, described by Strabo, is now only represented by the single beautiful obelisk, of red granite so feet 2 inches high above the pedestal which has stood for more than 4000 years, having been erected by Usirtesen, the second king of the twelfth dynasty. Heliopolis was anciently famous for its learning, and Eudoxus and Plato studied under its priests. The first mention of this place in the Bible is in the history of Joseph, to whom we read Pharaoh gave "to wife Asenath the daughter…
See HELIOPOLIS.
pain; force; iniquity
עָשׂוֹר (asowr) means 'ten' or 'decade.' It can also refer to a ten-stringed instrument, such as a harp. The word is derived from another Hebrew term, indicating its connection to the number ten.
עָשׂוֹר a ten, decade
base
H6218 עָשׂוֹר a ten, decade
6218 `asowr aw-sore'
or masor {aw-sore'}; from 6235; ten; by abbrev. ten strings,
and so a decachord:--(instrument of) ten (strings, -th).
see HEBREW for 06235
עָשׂוֹר (a.s.vor) — ten.
1) ten, decade
1a) ten, tenth
1b) ten-stringed, harp
HNcmsa — Noun common · masculine singular absoluteHNcmsa
The Hebrew word עַל (*al*) is a preposition meaning 'upon' and encompasses a wide range of meanings, including 'on account of,' 'beside,' 'above,' and 'against.' It can indicate physical placement, emotional burdens, or duties imposed on a person. The entries also note its use in idiomatic expressions and with verbs of motion. There is a mention of its function as a conjunction in certain contexts.
כִּי עַל כֵּן forasmuch as
base
עַל, עָ֑ל
subst. height
As prep. upon, and hence on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against
Upon, of the substratum upon which an object in any way rests, or on which an action is performed
—
of clothing, etc., which any one wears
With verbs of covering or protecting, even though the cover or veil be not over or above the thing covered, but around or before it
Of what rests heavily upon a person, or is a burden to him
Of a duty, payment, care, etc., imposed upon a person, or devolving on him
על is used idiom. to give pathos to the expression of an emotion, by emphasizing the person who is its subject, and who, as it were, feels it acting upon him
חָיָה עַל to live upon (as upon a foundation or support)
H5921a עַל, עָ֑ל . As prep. upon, and hence on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against . Upon, of the substratum upon which an object in any way rests, or on which an action is performed . — . of clothing, etc., which any one wears
. With verbs of covering or protecting, even though the cover or veil be not over or above the thing covered, but around or before it
. Of what rests heavily upon a person, or is a burden to him
. Of a duty, payment, care, etc., imposed upon a person, or devolving on him
. על is used idiom. to give pathos to the expression of an emotion, by emphasizing the person who is its subject, and who, as it were, feels it acting upon him
. חָיָה עַל to live upon (as upon a foundation or support)
5921 `al al
properly, the same as 5920 used as a preposition (in the
singular or plural often with prefix, or as conjunction with a
particle following); above, over, upon, or against (yet always
in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great
variety of applications (as follow):--above, according
to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, X as, at, because
of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, X both
and, by (reason of), X had the charge of, concerning for, in
(that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-)on, over, than,
through(-out), to, touching, X with.
see HEBREW for 05920
עַל (al) — upon.
prep
1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against
1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards
1b) above, beyond, over (of excess)
1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence)
1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition)
1e) over (of suspension or extension)
1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity)
1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion)
1h) to (as a dative)
[כִּי] עַל [כֵּן] ([ki] al [ken]) — as.
conj
HC/R — Conjunction · prepositionHC/R
On
Light; the sun, (Gen. 41:45, 50), the great seat of sun-worship, called also Bethshemesh (Jer. 43:13) and Aven (Ezek. 30:17), stood on the east bank of the Nile, a few miles north of Memphis, and near Cairo, in the north-east. The Vulgate and the LXX. Versions have “Heliopolis” (“city of the sun”) instead of On in Genesis and of Aven in Ezekiel. The “city of destruction” Isaiah speaks of (19:18, marg. “of Heres;” Heb. ‘Ir-ha-heres, which some MSS. read Ir-ha-heres, i.e., “city of the sun”) may be the name given to On, the prophecy being that the time will come when that city which was known as the “city of the sun-god” shall become the “city of destruction” of the sun-god, i.e., when idolatry shall cease, and the worship…
(abode or city of the sun), a town of lower Egypt, called BETH-SHEMESH in (Jeremiah 43:13) On is better known under its Greek name Heliopolis. It was situated on the east side of the Pelusiac branch of the Nile, just below the point of the Delta, and about twenty miles northeast of Memphis. The chief object of worship at Heliopolis was the sun, whose temple, described by Strabo, is now only represented by the single beautiful obelisk, of red granite so feet 2 inches high above the pedestal which has stood for more than 4000 years, having been erected by Usirtesen, the second king of the twelfth dynasty. Heliopolis was anciently famous for its learning, and Eudoxus and Plato studied under its priests. The first mention of this place in the Bible is in the history of Joseph, to whom we read Pharaoh gave "to wife Asenath the daughter…
See HELIOPOLIS.
pain; force; iniquity
נֵ֫בֶל (nevel) refers to both a container and a musical instrument. It can denote a skin-bottle or jar used for liquids, as well as a harp or lute. The word is derived from a root meaning to collapse, reflecting its use for a flexible container. The entries consistently highlight these two main meanings without significant disagreement.
נֵ֫בֶל n.m.
skin-bottle, skin
jar, pitcher
base
נֵ֫בֶל, נֶ֫בֶל n.m. a musical instrument, either a portable harp, or a lute, guitar
base
H5035a נֵ֫בֶל . skin-bottle, skin
. jar, pitcher
H5035b נֵ֫בֶל, נֶ֫בֶל a musical instrument, either a portable harp, or a lute, guitar
5035 nebel neh'-bel
or nebel {nay'-bel}; from 5034; a skin-bag for liquids (from
collapsing when empty); hence, a vase (as similar in shape
when full); also a lyre (as having a body of like
form):--bottle, pitcher, psaltery, vessel, viol.
see HEBREW for 05034
נֵ֫בֶל (ne.vel) — bag.
1) a skin-bag, jar, pitcher
1a) skin-bottle, skin
1b) jar, pitcher (earthen)
נֵ֫בֶל (ne.vel) — harp.
harp, lute, guitar, musical instrument
HNcmsa — Noun common · masculine singular absoluteHNcmsa
The Hebrew word עַל (*al*) is a preposition meaning 'upon' and encompasses a wide range of meanings, including 'on account of,' 'beside,' 'above,' and 'against.' It can indicate physical placement, emotional burdens, or duties imposed on a person. The entries also note its use in idiomatic expressions and with verbs of motion. There is a mention of its function as a conjunction in certain contexts.
כִּי עַל כֵּן forasmuch as
base
עַל, עָ֑ל
subst. height
As prep. upon, and hence on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against
Upon, of the substratum upon which an object in any way rests, or on which an action is performed
—
of clothing, etc., which any one wears
With verbs of covering or protecting, even though the cover or veil be not over or above the thing covered, but around or before it
Of what rests heavily upon a person, or is a burden to him
Of a duty, payment, care, etc., imposed upon a person, or devolving on him
על is used idiom. to give pathos to the expression of an emotion, by emphasizing the person who is its subject, and who, as it were, feels it acting upon him
חָיָה עַל to live upon (as upon a foundation or support)
H5921a עַל, עָ֑ל . As prep. upon, and hence on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against . Upon, of the substratum upon which an object in any way rests, or on which an action is performed . — . of clothing, etc., which any one wears
. With verbs of covering or protecting, even though the cover or veil be not over or above the thing covered, but around or before it
. Of what rests heavily upon a person, or is a burden to him
. Of a duty, payment, care, etc., imposed upon a person, or devolving on him
. על is used idiom. to give pathos to the expression of an emotion, by emphasizing the person who is its subject, and who, as it were, feels it acting upon him
. חָיָה עַל to live upon (as upon a foundation or support)
5921 `al al
properly, the same as 5920 used as a preposition (in the
singular or plural often with prefix, or as conjunction with a
particle following); above, over, upon, or against (yet always
in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great
variety of applications (as follow):--above, according
to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, X as, at, because
of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, X both
and, by (reason of), X had the charge of, concerning for, in
(that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-)on, over, than,
through(-out), to, touching, X with.
see HEBREW for 05920
עַל (al) — upon.
prep
1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against
1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards
1b) above, beyond, over (of excess)
1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence)
1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition)
1e) over (of suspension or extension)
1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity)
1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion)
1h) to (as a dative)
[כִּי] עַל [כֵּן] ([ki] al [ken]) — as.
conj
HR — PrepositionHR
On
Light; the sun, (Gen. 41:45, 50), the great seat of sun-worship, called also Bethshemesh (Jer. 43:13) and Aven (Ezek. 30:17), stood on the east bank of the Nile, a few miles north of Memphis, and near Cairo, in the north-east. The Vulgate and the LXX. Versions have “Heliopolis” (“city of the sun”) instead of On in Genesis and of Aven in Ezekiel. The “city of destruction” Isaiah speaks of (19:18, marg. “of Heres;” Heb. ‘Ir-ha-heres, which some MSS. read Ir-ha-heres, i.e., “city of the sun”) may be the name given to On, the prophecy being that the time will come when that city which was known as the “city of the sun-god” shall become the “city of destruction” of the sun-god, i.e., when idolatry shall cease, and the worship…
(abode or city of the sun), a town of lower Egypt, called BETH-SHEMESH in (Jeremiah 43:13) On is better known under its Greek name Heliopolis. It was situated on the east side of the Pelusiac branch of the Nile, just below the point of the Delta, and about twenty miles northeast of Memphis. The chief object of worship at Heliopolis was the sun, whose temple, described by Strabo, is now only represented by the single beautiful obelisk, of red granite so feet 2 inches high above the pedestal which has stood for more than 4000 years, having been erected by Usirtesen, the second king of the twelfth dynasty. Heliopolis was anciently famous for its learning, and Eudoxus and Plato studied under its priests. The first mention of this place in the Bible is in the history of Joseph, to whom we read Pharaoh gave "to wife Asenath the daughter…
See HELIOPOLIS.
pain; force; iniquity
הִגָּיוֹן (higgayown) refers to a murmuring sound or musical notation, often associated with solemnity. It encompasses meanings such as resounding music, meditation, and plotting. The term appears in contexts that suggest both musical and contemplative elements.
הִגָּיוֹן n.m. resounding music, meditation, musing
base
H1902 הִגָּיוֹן
1902 higgayown hig-gaw-yone'
intensive from 1897; a murmuring sound, i.e. a musical
notation (probably similar to the modern affettuoso to
indicate solemnity of movement); by implication, a
machination:--device, Higgaion, meditation, solemn sound.
see HEBREW for 01897
הִגָּיוֹן (hig.ga.von) — Higgaion.
§ 1) meditation, resounding music, musing
1a) resounding music
1b) meditation, plotting
הִגָּיוֹן (hig.ga.von) — meditation.
1) meditation, resounding music, musing
1a) resounding music
1b) meditation, plotting
HNcmsa — Noun common · masculine singular absoluteHNcmsa
כִּנּוֹר (kinnor) refers to a lyre or harp, derived from a root meaning to twang. The term is consistently used across lexicons to denote this stringed musical instrument.
כִּנּוֹר n.m. lyre
base
H3658 כִּנּוֹר lyre
3658 kinnowr kin-nore'
from a unused root meaning to twang; a harp: -harp.
כִּנּוֹר (kin.nor) — lyre.
lyre, harp
HR/Ncmsa — Preposition · noun common masculine singular absoluteHR/Ncmsa
harp.
See MUSIC.
Harp
(Heb. kinnor), the national instrument of the Hebrews. It was invented by Jubal (Gen. 4:21). Some think the word kinnor denotes the whole class of stringed instruments. It was used as an accompaniment to songs of cheerfulness as well as of praise to God (Gen. 31:27; 1 Sam. 16:23; 2 Chr. 20:28; Ps. 33:2; 137:2).
In Solomon’s time harps were made of almug-trees (1 Kings 10:11, 12). In 1 Chr. 15:21 mention is made of “harps on the Sheminith;” Revised Version, “harps set to the Sheminith;” better perhaps “harps…
The harp was the national instrument of the Hebrews, and was well known throughout Asia. Moses assigns its invention to Jubal during the antediluvian period. (Genesis 4:21) Josephus records that the harp had ten strings, and that it was played on with the plectrum. Sometimes it was smaller having only eight strings, and was usually played with the fingers.
Hebrew KINNOR, the most ancient and common stringed instrument of the Jews, more properly translated lyre. It was light and portable, and was used on joyful occasions, whether sacred or not. It was invented by Jubal, Ge 4:21 31:27 1Ch 16:5 25:1-5 Ps 81:2. David was a proficient in its use, 1Sa 16:16,23 18:10. The instrument most nearly resembling our harp was the Hebrew NEBEL, translated, psaltery in the Old Testament, Ps 57:8 81:2 92:3 108:2. It had a general triangular shape, and seven to twelve strings, Ps 33:2 144:9. It was played with the hand or with a short…