Strong’s H0595

אָנֹכִי

Part of speech

pronoun singular common; pronoun singular

Transliteration

anokiy

Pronunciation

ah-no-KEE

Definition

I, I am

Meaning

Usage

The Hebrew word "anoki" is a pronoun used to denote the first person singular, equivalent to the English "I" or "I am." It is often used in the Hebrew Bible to emphasize the speaker's identity or role, particularly in divine speech. "Anoki" is frequently employed in contexts where God is declaring His identity, presence, or actions, underscoring His personal involvement and authority.

Bible references

Genesis 3:10;Genesis 4:9;Genesis 7:4;Genesis 15:1;Genesis 15:2;Genesis 15:14;Genesis 16:5;Genesis 16:8;Genesis 18:27;Genesis 19:19;Genesis 20:6;Genesis 20:6;Genesis 21:24;Genesis 21:26;Genesis 23:4;Genesis 24:3;Genesis 24:13;Genesis 24:24;Genesis 24:27;Genesis 24:31;Genesis 24:34;Genesis 24:37;Genesis 24:42;Genesis 24:43;Genesis 25:22