עַ֫יִט
a.yit (H5861)
bird of prey
AI Word Study
Based on the Hebrew lexicon data, the word '' (ayit) corresponds to a Strong's number of H5861, with a short definition of "bird of prey." This term is categorized under the semantic domain of Animals & Creatures. The lemma is transcribed as ``ayit'' in the Hebrew alphabet. Within the biblical context, this word appears eight times, suggesting its importance in the narrative. The fact that it is specifically categorized as a "bird of prey" implies that it has a particular significance beyond being a general term for birds. Its repeated appearance in the biblical text may indicate a connection to themes related to hunting, predation, or even divine judgment, given many bird of prey species are associated with fierce or sharp vision. As a bird of prey, the term could encompass various bird species with characteristics of predators, such as hawks or eagles. Its inclusion in the biblical lexicon underscores its unique representation and potential symbolism within the Hebrew text.
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The birds of prey came down on the carcasses, and Abram drove them away.
That path no bird of prey knows, neither has the falcon’s eye seen it.
They will be left together for the ravenous birds of the mountains, and for the animals of the earth. The ravenous birds will eat them in the summer, and all the animals of the earth will eat them in the winter.
I call a ravenous bird from the east, the man of my counsel from a far country. Yes, I have spoken. I will also bring it to pass. I have planned. I will also do it.
Is my heritage to me as a speckled bird of prey? Are the birds of prey against her all around? Go, assemble all the animals of the field. Bring them to devour.
You will fall on the mountains of Israel, you, and all your hordes, and the peoples who are with you. I will give you to the ravenous birds of every sort, and to the animals of the field to be devoured.