Hebrew Word Study

The meaning of אִין

Understanding ʼîyn reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

apparently a shortened form of אַיִן; but (like אַיִן) an interrogative not. - is it not? 1) Is there not?, Have you not...

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אִין

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Transliterationʼîyn
Grammar Code
H:Intg
Hebrew, I
Strong's Definition
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apparently a shortened form of אַיִן; but (like אַיִן) an interrogative not. - is it not? 1) Is there not?, Have you not?

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
1 Samuel 21:8

And David said unto Ahimelech, And is there not here under thine hand spear or sword? for I have neither brought my sword nor my weapons with me, because the king’s business required haste.

Word: אִין (ʼîyn)

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