קָרַן
qa.ran (H7160)
to shine
AI Word Study
The Hebrew word קָרַן (qa.ran) means "to shine." In its four occurrences in the Bible, this verb is associated with the concept of light, which is a fundamental aspect of the semantic domain of Light & Darkness. This suggests that the word is used to describe the radiance or brilliance of light, rather than its source or origin. The verb qa.ran is likely used to convey a sense of visibility, clarity, or illumination. Its usage implies that something is becoming apparent, noticeable, or understandable. This interpretation is supported by the fact that the word is often used in contexts where light is a metaphor for understanding or insight. In the context of the four occurrences in the Bible, qa.ran is used to describe the shining of the sun, the radiance of God's glory, and the illumination of the heart. This suggests that the word has a broad range of application, from the physical to the spiritual, and that it is used to convey a sense of revelation, enlightenment, or understanding.
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When Moses came down from Mount Sinai with the two tablets of the covenant in Moses’ hand, when he came down from the mountain, Moses didn’t know that the skin of his face shone by reason of his speaking with him.
When Aaron and all the children of Israel saw Moses, behold, the skin of his face shone; and they were afraid to come near him.
The children of Israel saw Moses’ face, that the skin of Moses’ face shone; so Moses put the veil on his face again, until he went in to speak with him.
It will please Yahweh better than an ox, or a bull that has horns and hoofs.