Job 16:15 — Word Study
WLCשַׂ֣ק תָּ֭פַרְתִּי עֲלֵ֣י גִלְדִּ֑י וְעֹלַ֖לְתִּי בֶעָפָ֣ר קַרְנִֽי׃
BSAI have sewntâphar■ [torn and mended] ◂sackclothsaq [coarse cloth] overʻal my skingeled△ [human flesh, outer self] I have buriedʻâlal■ [thrust, laid low] my hornqeren [a horn; a hill or peak] in the dustʻâphâr [dry earth, humble state]
| Greek | English | Parsing |
|---|---|---|
| שַׂ֣ק | sackcloth | Noun common, masculine singular absolute |
| תָּ֭פַרְתִּי | I have sewed | Verb, Qal, perfect first person common singular |
| עֲלֵ֣י | over | Preposition |
| גִלְדִּ֑י | skin my | Noun common masculine singular construct, suffix |
| וְעֹלַ֖לְתִּי | and I have inserted | Verb, Piel, sequential perfect first person common singular |
| בֶעָפָ֣ר | in the dust | Preposition, noun common masculine singular absolute |
| קַרְנִֽי׃ | horn my | Noun common feminine singular construct, suffix |
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| BSB | I have sewn sackcloth over my skin; I have buried my horn in the dust. |
| KJV | I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, and defiled my horn in the dust. |
| ASV | I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, And have laid my horn in the dust. |
| YLT | Sackcloth I have sewed on my skin, And have rolled in the dust my horn. |
| WEB | I have sewed sackcloth on my skin, and have thrust my horn in the dust. |
| BBE | I have made haircloth the clothing of my skin, and my horn is rolled in the dust. |
There are no differences in the translations regarding the term שַׂק — see How Translations Differ.
The sentence comprises two main clauses, each with a prepositional phrase and a noun phrase, illustrating Job's actions of mourning and humility.
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Deep Study — Job 16:15
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Context — Job's Lamentgenerated
Job 16:15 captures Job's profound grief as he describes his physical and emotional state. He uses sackcloth, a traditional symbol of mourning, to express his sorrow and humility before God. This verse is part of a larger discourse where Job laments his suffering and seeks understanding of his plight, as seen in the verses surrounding it, particularly in Job 16:14 and Job 16:16.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Kings 21:27 | When Ahab heard these words, he tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and fasted. He lay down in sackcloth and walked around meekly. |
| 2 | Isaiah 22:12 | On that day the Lord GOD of Hosts called for weeping and wailing, for shaven heads and the wearing of sackcloth. |
| 3 | Job 30:19 | He throws me into the mud, and I have become like dust and ashes. |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 2:10 | Those who oppose the LORD will be shattered. He will thunder from heaven against them. The LORD will judge the ends of the earth and will give power to His king. He will exalt the horn of His anointed.” |
| 5 | Psalm 7:5 | then may my enemy pursue me and overtake me; may he trample me to the ground and leave my honor in the dust. Selah |
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge — 6 references, hung on the phrase they belong to
The Key Word — שַׂק, sakgenerated
The Hebrew word שַׂק (sak) refers to a type of coarse cloth, commonly associated with mourning. It signifies a tangible expression of grief and humility, often worn in times of distress or repentance. The parsing as a masculine singular noun indicates its use as a physical object in this context.
This term's connection to mourning is significant, as sackcloth was worn to signify sorrow and a humble state before God. In Job's case, it represents his deep anguish and desire for relief from his suffering.
How Translations Differ — measured against the Berean Standard Biblegenerated
The translations generally agree on the meaning of שַׂק, rendering it as sackcloth in all versions: BSB, KJV, ASV, YLT, WEB, and BBE.
Sentence Structuregenerated
The main verb of the verse is תָּ֭פַרְתִּי, I have sewn, which governs the actions described in the following phrases. The structure emphasizes Job's actions of sewing and burying, creating a vivid image of his mourning.
The sentence is built with a series of phrases: a prepositional phrase indicating the object of sewing, a noun phrase describing the skin, and another prepositional phrase indicating the burial of his horn. This layered structure highlights the depth of Job's emotional state.
Septuagint Backgroundgenerated
The Septuagint translates שַׂק as σάκκον, which carries the same meaning of sackcloth. This choice reflects the continuity of the term's significance in both Hebrew and Greek contexts as a symbol of mourning.
The Greek translation maintains the original intent, emphasizing Job's humility and sorrow through the use of sackcloth.
In plain words — the whole versegenerated
Job 16:15 shows Job expressing his sorrow by wearing sackcloth over his skin and burying his strength in the dust. This illustrates his deep grief and humility as he reflects on his suffering.
Frequently Asked Questionsgenerated
Wearing sackcloth is a traditional expression of mourning and humility, often associated with repentance and grief, as seen in various biblical contexts.
Job's mention of burying his horn symbolizes a loss of strength and dignity, reflecting his lowly state in the face of suffering.
Job's use of sackcloth underscores his profound sorrow and desire for God's attention, highlighting his emotional turmoil and plea for understanding in his suffering.
Job's lament teaches us about the importance of expressing grief and humility before God, as well as the need for comfort and understanding during times of suffering.
Reflection Questionsgenerated
- What does wearing sackcloth represent in your own life or community?
- How can acknowledging our weaknesses, like Job's burying of his horn, lead to deeper understanding and healing?
- In what ways can we express our grief and sorrow in a healthy manner?
- How does Job's experience encourage us to approach God in our times of distress?
The early church on this verse — how the Fathers read it
Gregory the Dialogist comments on Job's use of sackcloth and ashes, interpreting it as a symbol of penance in his work on the Book of Job.
Ver. 15. I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, and covered my flesh with ashes. What ought to be understood by 'sackcloth and ashes,' but penance;Early Church Fathers on Job 16 →
Commentators on this verse — 8 expositors, verse by verse
Each of these wrote on Job 16:15 itself, not merely on the chapter around it.
John Gill1697–1771Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleI have sewed sackcloth upon my skin,.... Which he very probably put on when he rent his mantle, or sat in ashes, Job 1:20; which actions were usually performed together in times of distress and
Read John Gill on Job 16 →Robert Jamieson1802–1880Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown's CommentaryI have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, and defiled my horn in the dust. Sewed - denoting the tight fit of the mourning garment: it was a sack with arm-holes, closely sewed to the body.
Read Robert Jamieson on Job 16 →Matthew Poole1624–1679Matthew Poole's Commentary on the Holy Biblei.e. I put on sackcloth sewed together, not upon my other garments, but next to my skin, as was done in great calamities; as . So far am I from stretching out my hands against God, whereof I am accused, , that I have humbled myself deeply under his hand. I have willingly parted with all my wealth, and power, and glory, and been contented to lie in the dust, and to endure the contempt which God hath brought upon me.
Read Matthew Poole on Job 16 →John Trapp1601–1669Trapp's Complete Commentary on the Old and New TestamentsJob 16:15 I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, and defiled my horn in the dust.Ver. 15. I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin] Not silks, but sackcloth, is now mine immediate clothing, next to my very skin, which must needs be troublesome to a man so full of sores and other sorrows. So far was poor ulcerous Job from that height and haughtiness of spirit, wherewith Eliphaz had charged him, Job 15:12-13; Job 15:25, as if Job had been low indeed, but not lowly; humbled, but not humble, Here was a real apology, I have sowed sackcloth, &c.; here was an ocular demonstration, and should have moved his friends to more moderation; for why should any deal harshly with him, who dealt so coarsely with…
Read John Trapp on Job 16 →Charles John Ellicott1819–1905Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers(15) I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin.—Referring, probably, to the state of his skin, which had become hard and rugged as sackcloth. As the second half of the verse must be figurative, there seems to be no reason to understand the first half otherwise.
Read Charles John Ellicott on Job 16 →AdamClarkeAdam Clarke's Commentary on the BibleVerse 15. I have sewed sackcloth] שק sak, a word that has passed into almost all languages, as I have already had occasion to notice in other parts of this work. Defiled my horn in the dust.] The horn was an emblem of power; and the metaphor was originally taken from beasts, such as the urus, wild ox, buffalo, or perhaps the rhinoceros, who were perceived to have so much power in their horns. Hence a horn was frequently worn on crowns and helmets, as is evident on ancient coins; and to this day it is an appendage to the diadem of the kings and chiefs of Abyssinia. In the second edition of Mr. Bruce's Travels in Abyssinia, vol. viii., plates 2 and 3, we have engravings of two chiefs, Kefla…
Read AdamClarke on Job 16 →CambridgeThe Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges6–17. Job realizes to himself his new condition: God and men combine to pursue him with their enmity, though he is innocent of all wrong In Job 16:5 Job flung back with scorn the “comforts of God” which the friends proffered him. And now there seems to occur a pause, and the excited sufferer looks about him and realizes both the extremity of the evil in which he is held, and the new and unexpected trial, added to all others, of the judgment of men being against him. And he hardly knows whether he shall speak or be silent, so overcome is he and so unavailing to help him or make men judge truly of him are both speech and silence—if I speak my grief is not assuaged, and if I forbear what am I…
Read Cambridge on Job 16 →Albert Barnes1798–1870Barnes' Notes on the BibleI have sewed sackcloth - I have put on the badges of humiliation and grief; see the notes at Isaiah 3:24. This was the usual emblem of mourning.
Read Albert Barnes on Job 16 →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
I have sewn sackcloth over my skin; I have buried my horn in the dust.
I have sewed sackcloth on my skin, and have thrust my horn in the dust.
I have sewn sackcloth over my skin; I have buried my horn in the dust.
I have sewed sackcloth on my skin, and buried my horn in the dust;
Tyndale line
I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, and defiled my horn in the dust.
I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, And have laid my horn in the dust.
I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, and have laid my horn in the dust.
I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, and defiled my horn in the dust.
I haue sowed a sackcloth vpon my skinne, and haue abased mine horne vnto the dust.
Strictly literal
I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, and rolled my horn in the dust.
Sackcloth I have sewed on my skin, And have rolled in the dust my horn.
I have sewed sackcloth on my skin, || And have rolled my horn in the dust.
Sackcloth have I sewed upon my skin, and my horn I roll in the dust.
I have sewn sackcloth on my skin; I have thrust my horn into the ground.
From the Latin
He hath torn me with wound upon wound, he hath rushed in upon me like a giant.
Simplified
I have sown sackcloth to cover my skin; my strength lies broken in the dust.
I have made haircloth the clothing of my skin, and my horn is rolled in the dust.
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
Both the Masoretic Text and the Septuagint agree on the wording of Job 16:15, with all seven Hebrew words matched in the Greek translation. This consistency indicates a shared understanding of the text's meaning across these ancient witnesses.
שַׂ֣ק תָּ֭פַרְתִּי עֲלֵ֣י גִלְדִּ֑י וְעֹלַ֖לְתִּי בֶעָפָ֣ר קַרְנִֽי׃
7 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
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 Job 16:15
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.
שַׂק (saq) refers to a type of coarse cloth or sacking, often associated with mourning. It can denote both a sack used for carrying grain and sackcloth worn in times of grief or humiliation. The term is derived from a root meaning to allow liquid to pass through, indicating its mesh-like quality.
שַׂק n.m. sack, sackcloth
base
H8242 שַׂק sack, sackcloth
8242 saq sak
from 8264; properly, a mesh (as allowing a liquid to run
through), i.e. coarse loose cloth or sacking (used in mourning
and for bagging); hence, a bag (for grain,
etc.):--sack(-cloth, -clothes).
see HEBREW for 08264
שַׂק (saq) — sackcloth.
1) mesh, sackcloth, sack, sacking
1a) sack (for grain)
1b) sackcloth
1b1) worn in mourning or humiliation
1b2) same material spread out to lie on
N-ms — Noun common · masculine singular absoluteHNcmsa
sak'-kloth.
See BURIAL.
Sackcloth
Cloth made of black goats’ hair, coarse, rough, and thick, used for sacks, and also worn by mourners (Gen. 37:34; 42:25; 2 Sam. 3:31; Esther 4:1, 2; Ps. 30:11, etc.), and as a sign of repentance (Matt. 11:21). It was put upon animals by the people of Nineveh (Jonah 3:8).
cloth used in making sacks or bags, a coarse fabric, of a dark color, made of goat’s hair, (Isaiah 50:3; Revelation 6:12) end resembling the eilicium of the Romans. It, was used also for making the rough garments used by mourners, which were in extreme cases worn next the skin. (1 Kings 21:27; 2 Kings 6:30; Job 16:15; Isaiah 32:11)
תָּפַר (taphar) is a Hebrew verb meaning to sew together. It includes forms for sewing in both the Qal and Piel stems, indicating actions related to sewing, such as the act of sewing or those who sew. The word appears in contexts like the sewing of fig leaves.
[תָּפַר] vb. sew together
Qal they sewed together fig-leaves
Pi. those who keep sewing
base
H8609 תָּפַר sew together
8609 taphar taw-far'
a primitive root; to sew:--(women that) sew (together).
תָּפַר (ta.phar) — to sew.
1) to sew together
1a) (Qal) to sew, sew together
1b) (Piel)
1b1) to sew
1b2) sewing (participle)
V-Qal-Perf-1cs — Verb · Qal · perfect first person common singularHVqp1cs
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
Prep — PrepositionHR
גֶּ֫לֶד (geled) refers to human skin, derived from a likely unused root meaning to polish, suggesting smoothness. The term appears in Job 16:15, where it specifically denotes the skin of man.
[גֶּ֫לֶד] n.m. skin of man Jb 16:15
ref
H1539 גֶּ֫לֶד
1539 geled ghe'-led
from an unused root probably meaning to polish; the (human)
skin (as smooth):--skin.
גֶּ֫לֶד (ge.led) — skin.
skin (human)
N-ms | Suff — Noun common masculine singular construct · suffixHNcmsc/Sp1bs
עָלַל (alal) is a Hebrew verb with a range of meanings including to act severely, to glean, and to mock. It can imply maltreatment or abusive behavior, as well as engaging in wicked practices. The word may also refer to inserting or thrusting something in. Notably, it appears in contexts that suggest both negative and neutral actions.
[עָלַל] vb. Po‛ēl, act severely
Pō‛al my pain which is severely dealt out to me
Hithpa.
busy, divert oneself with
Hithpō‛. to practise practices in wickedness (perhaps denom.)
base
[עָלַל] vb. denom. Pō‛. glean
base
[עָלַל] vb. denom. act or play the child;—only Pō‛. Is 3:12
H5953a [עָלַל] Po‛ēl, act severely .my pain which is severely dealt out to me
. . busy, divert oneself with
. to practise practices in wickedness (perhaps denom.)
H5953b עָלַל vb. denom. Pō‛. glean H5953c עָלַל vb. denom. act or play the child H5953d עָלַל insert, thrust in
5953 `alal aw-lal'
a primitive root; to effect thoroughly; specifically, to
glean (also figuratively); by implication (in a bad sense) to
overdo, i.e. maltreat, be saucy to, pain, impose (also
literal):--abuse, affect, X child, defile, do, glean, mock,
practise, thoroughly, work (wonderfully).
עָלַל (a.lal) — to abuse.
1) to act severely, deal with severely, make a fool of someone
1a) (Poel) to act severely
1b) (Poal) to be severely dealt with
1c) (Hithpael) to busy oneself, divert oneself, deal wantonly, deal ruthlessly, abuse (by thrusting through)
1d) (Hithpoel) to practise practices, thrust forth (in wickedness)
עָלַל (a.lal) — to glean.
(Poel) to glean
עָלַל (a.lal) — to mock.
(Poel) to act or play the child
עָלַל (a.lal) — to thrust.
(Poel) to insert, thrust, thrust in, thrust upon
Conj | V-m-Perf-1cs — Verb · Piel · sequential perfect first person common singularHc/Vpq1cs
עָפָר (aphar) refers to dry earth or dust, encompassing meanings such as powder, ashes, and rubbish. It is derived from a root meaning to be dry and is used in various contexts, including clay and mortar. The entries consistently highlight its association with loose earth and debris.
עָפָר n.m. dry earth, dust
base
H6083 עָפָר dry earth, dust
6083 `aphar aw-fawr'
from 6080; dust (as powdered or gray); hence, clay, earth,
mud:--ashes, dust, earth, ground, morter, powder, rubbish.
see HEBREW for 06080
עָפָר (a.phar) — dust.
1) dry earth, dust, powder, ashes, earth, ground, mortar, rubbish
1a) dry or loose earth
1b) debris
1c) mortar
1d) ore
Prep | N-ms — Preposition · noun common masculine singular absoluteHRd/Ncmsa
dust (`aphar; koniortos, chous): Small particles of earth. The word has several figurative and symbolic meanings:
(1) Dust being the material out of which God is said to have formed man (Ge 2:7), it became a symbol of man's frailty (Ps 103:14, "For he knoweth our frame; he remembereth that we are dust"; compare Ge 18:27; Job 4:19, etc.), and of his mortality (Ge 3:19, "Dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return"; compare Job 34:15; Ps 104:29; Ec 3:20…
Dust
Storms of sand and dust sometimes overtake Eastern travellers. They are very dreadful, many perishing under them. Jehovah threatens to bring on the land of Israel, as a punishment for forsaking him, a rain of “powder and dust” (Deut. 28:24).
To cast dust on the head was a sign of mourning (Josh. 7:6); and to sit in dust, of extreme affliction (Isa. 47:1). “Dust” is used to denote the grave (Job 7:21). “To shake off the dust from one’s feet” against another is to renounce all future intercourse with him (Matt. 10:14; Acts 13:51). To “lick the dust” is a sign of…
[MOURNING]
Jos 7:6. Dust or ashes put upon the head was a sign of mourning; sitting in the dust, a sign of affliction, La 3:29 Isa 47:1. "Dust" is also put for the grave, Ge 3:19 Job 7:21. It signifies a multitude, Ge 13:16, and a low and mean condition, 1Sa 2:8. We have two remarkable instances of casting dust recorded in Scripture, and they seem to illustrate a practice common in Asia: those who demanded justice against a criminal were accustomed to throw dust upon him, signifying that he deserved to be cast into the grave.…
The Hebrew word קֶ֫רֶן (*qeren*) primarily means 'horn,' which can refer to a ram's horn, a musical instrument, or horn-like projections on an altar. It also has figurative meanings related to strength and can denote a flask or rays of light. The term קַרְנַ֫יִם (*qarnaim*) refers to a location conquered by Israel, likely in Bashan.
קֶ֫רֶן 75 n.f. horn
of ram
used as oil-flask
as wind instr.
(from curved shape of tusks)
fig. of pers., symbol of strength
of altar, horn-like projections at corners
hill (so in Ar., peak, isolated hill)
rays at his side(s) he had (of lightning-flashes in theoph.)
base
קַרְנַ֫יִם n.pr.loc. conquered by Isr.; prob. in Bashan
base
H7161a קֶ֫רֶן horn . . of ram
. used as oil-flask
. as wind instr.
. (from curved shape of tusks)
. fig. of pers., symbol of strength
. of altar, horn-like projections at corners
. hill (so in Ar., peak, isolated hill)
. rays at his side(s) he had (of lightning-flashes in theoph.)
H7161b קַרְנַ֫יִם conquered by Isr.; prob. in Bashan
7161 qeren keh'-ren
from 7160; a horn (as projecting); by implication, a flask,
cornet; by resembl. an elephant's tooth (i.e. ivory), a corner
(of the altar), a peak (of a mountain), a ray (of light);
figuratively, power:--X hill, horn.
see HEBREW for 07160
קֶ֫רֶן (qe.ren) — horn.
1) horn
1a) horn
1b) of strength (fig)
1c) flask (container for oil)
1d) horn (as musical instrument)
1e) horn (of horn-like projections on the altar)
1f) of rays of light
1g) hill
Aramaic equivalent: qe.ren (קֶ֫רֶן "horn" H7162)
קַרְנַ֫יִם (qar.na.im) — Karnaim.
(BDB) Karnaim, a place conquered by Israel probably in Bashan
Another name of ash.te.rot qar.na.yim (עַשְׁתְּרֹת קַרְנַיִם "Ashteroth-karnaim" H6255)
N-cs | Suff — Noun common feminine singular construct · suffixHNcfsc/Sp1bs