שִׁרְיָה

# שִׁרְיָה (sir.yah) – Lance The Hebrew word *sir.yah* (Strong's H8302A) denotes a lance, a long-handled spear weapon used in ancient warfare. Based on the lexical data provided, this term appears only once in the biblical text, which limits our ability to observe its usage patterns or semantic range across different contexts. The single occurrence of this word in Scripture provides minimal evidence for understanding how broadly it was applied or whether it carried specialized meanings beyond its basic designation as a lance. Unlike more frequently occurring military or weapon terminology, the rarity of *sir.yah* in biblical texts prevents us from determining whether it referred to a specific type of lance distinguished by length, weight, or cultural origin, or whether it functioned as a general term for this class of weapon. The presence of this word in Hebrew biblical vocabulary confirms that lances were part of the ancient Near Eastern military equipment recognized and named by Hebrew speakers. However, without additional contextual occurrences or comparative textual evidence, we cannot determine the word's historical significance, its role in specific military contexts, or whether it held any symbolic or cultural importance beyond its practical function as a weapon.