עַל
al
Modern Summary of Strong’s Concordance (1890)
The word "עַל" (al) primarily means "above," "over," "upon," or "against," often implying a downward direction or position. It is used in various contexts, including spatial relationships, opposition, or connection to something. Its applications can range from physical placement to abstract ideas like concerning or for.
{above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications}
The Hebrew word al means "{above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications}," encompassing related ideas including about, against, concerning, for.
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