Biblica Analytica
H0803 Hebrew

אֹשׁ

osh

foundation

Lexicon Entry

Definition
foundation
Transliteration
osh
Strong's Number
H0803
Occurrences
1
Semantic Domain
Construction & Crafts

Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

What Original Readers Understood

Explored

The Hebrew word "osh" (H0803) has a short definition of "foundation." This term falls within the semantic domain of Construction & Crafts, indicating its primary association with building and architecture. The word "osh" has a limited occurrence in the Bible, appearing only once. Given its definition and domain, "osh" likely refers to the base or starting point of a structure, such as a building or a wall. Its significance lies in its role as a fundamental element in construction, providing stability and support for the rest of the edifice. As a singular occurrence in the Bible, it may hold a specific or unique context that is worth further exploration.

Source data & methodology
Strong's
H0803
Lemma
אֹשׁ
Transliteration
osh
Definition
foundation
Occurrences
1
Model
workers-ai
Prompt version
1

AI synthesis uses only the lexicon data above as context — never training knowledge.

Occurrences in Scripture

1 total occurrence across the text