ΗΛʼ, ηλʼ
ĒLʼ, ēlʼ
Sounds Like: EEL
Translations: 8000, El, Eli, God
From the root: ΗΛ
Part of Speech: Numeral, Proper Noun
Explanation: This word, 'ΗΛʼ', can have two primary interpretations in Koine Greek, especially given the lack of diacritics in ancient manuscripts and the presence of the keraia (the apostrophe-like mark). Firstly, it most commonly functions as a numeral, representing the number 8000 (Eta for 8, Lambda for 30, with the keraia indicating thousands). Secondly, it can be a transliteration of the Hebrew word 'El' or 'Eli', meaning 'God' or 'my God', often found in proper names (like Israel, Immanuel, Elijah) or as an address to God. The context of the surrounding text is essential to determine the correct meaning.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a numeral or proper noun)
Instances
Codex Sinaiticus
- 2 Esdras — 10:30
From the same root
No other words from the same root, ΗΛ, appear in our texts.
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