e.lem denotes silence in two Psalm contexts, though the APB translation does not isolate its contribution.

The attested noun denotes silence; in both Psalm contexts, the supplied APB renders surrounding appeals or accusations without making the noun’s clause-level contribution explicit.

1. Silence in Psalm contexts · dominant

   In Psalm 56:1, the masculine singular absolute noun occurs in a verse where the APB renders an appeal for grace amid crushing, fighting, and oppression. In Psalm 58:2, the same form occurs where the APB renders an accusation of inward injustice and violence; neither translation makes the noun’s specific contribution explicit.

   Psalm 56:1Psalm 58:2

In the Anselm Project Bible: The APB presents the surrounding situations—oppression in Psalm 56:1 and injustice and violence in Psalm 58:2—but does not visibly supply a separate rendering for this noun. Its precise English equivalent cannot be isolated.