Hebrew · H3671, H5404 · unreviewed

כַּנְפֵי נְשָׁרִים

An edge or extremity ; specifically (of a bird or army) a wing , (of a garment or bedclothing) a flap , (of the earth) a quarter , (of a building) a pinnacle · the eagle (or other large bird of prey)

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כָּנָף H3671 an edge or extremity ; specifically (of a bird or army) a wing , (of a garment or bedclothing) a flap , (of the earth) a quarter , (of a building) a pinnacle
Pronunciation kānāp
Extremity or protective edge; metaphorically divine protection ("shadow of your wings") and vulnerable exposure.
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נֶשֶׁר H5404 the eagle (or other large bird of prey)
Pronunciation nešer
Symbol of God's protective power and swiftness; represents divine majesty and judgment throughout Scripture
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What does כַּנְפֵי נְשָׁרִים (kanfei nesharim) mean in the Bible?

כָּנָף · נֶשֶׁר is a Hebrew word meaning "wings of eagles".

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Meaning

wings of eagles
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