Lexicon
בִּינָה
bi.nah
H0999
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understanding

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bi.nah denotes the understanding possessed by those to whom knowledge is given.

The attested use presents understanding as a quality possessed by those who receive knowledge in Daniel 2:21.

Senses in use

  1. Understanding possessed by recipients of knowledge · dominant

    In Daniel 2:21, the feminine singular absolute noun occurs in the clause concerning knowledge given to those who have it; the APB renders the verse, "he gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding."

In the Anselm Project Bible: In Daniel 2:21, the APB presents the clause as knowledge given to "those who have understanding." This wording confirms the clause's overall presentation rather than isolating a precise English equivalent.

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