Strong’s H8042

שְׂמָאִלי

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

sma'liy

Pronunciation

seh-mah-LEE

Definition

Left, left-hand

Meaning

situated on the left side

Usage

The term "semali" is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote the direction or side that is opposite to the right. It often refers to the left hand or the left side of a person or object. In a broader sense, it can also imply a position of lesser favor or strength, as the right hand is traditionally associated with power and blessing.

Bible references

Leviticus 14:15;Leviticus 14:16;Leviticus 14:26;Leviticus 14:27;1 Kings 7:21;2 Kings 11:11;2 Chronicles 3:17;2 Chronicles 23:10;Ezekiel 4:4