Hebrew · H8179, H8064 · unreviewed

שַׁעַר הַשָּׁמָיִם

An opening , i.e. door or gate · the sky (as aloft ; the dual perhaps alluding to the visible arch in which the clouds move, as well as to the higher ether where the celestial bodies revolve)

These lexicon entries are being actively developed. If you notice missing content, incorrect definitions, or have suggestions, we'd love to hear from you. Share a note on our Connect page and include a screenshot if helpful.

Words in this compound — expand to study each participant

שַׁעַר H8179 an opening , i.e. door or gate

Pronunciation šaʿar

Gate as locus of authority, judgment, and covenant transaction in ancient Israel's social order

Open lexicon entry →

שָׁמַיִם H8064 the sky (as aloft ; the dual perhaps alluding to the visible arch in which the clouds move, as well as to the higher ether where the celestial bodies revolve)

Pronunciation šāmayim

The visible sky-dome and transcendent realm above, unified in dual form; God's dwelling and cosmic order combined

Open lexicon entry →