203. On
Lexicon
On: On

Original Word: אוֹן
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Own
Pronunciation: ōn
Phonetic Spelling: (one)
Definition: On
Meaning: On

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
On

The same as 'own; On, an Israelite -- On.

see HEBREW 'own

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from the same as on
Definition
a chief of the tribe of Reuben.

Brown-Driver-Briggs
II. אוֺן proper name, masculine (vigour) a chief of tribe of Reuben Numbers 16:1.

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from Egyptian origin.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Strong's Greek entries for the Hebrew proper noun אוֹן (On), as it is a specific geographical location unique to the Hebrew Bible context.

Usage: The term "On" is used in the context of a geographical location, specifically a city in Egypt. It is mentioned in the context of Joseph's marriage to Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera, priest of On.

Context: On, also known as Heliopolis, was an ancient city located in the Nile Delta region of Egypt. It was a major religious center dedicated to the worship of the sun god Ra. The city is notably mentioned in the Bible in Genesis 41:45, where Pharaoh gives Joseph Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera, priest of On, as his wife. This marriage signifies Joseph's integration into Egyptian society and his rise to power. On's religious significance is underscored by its association with the sun god, reflecting the city's importance in Egyptian culture and religion. The city's prominence is further highlighted by its mention in the context of Joseph's story, illustrating the intersection of Hebrew and Egyptian narratives.

Forms and Transliterations
וְא֥וֹן ואון veon wə’ōwn wə·’ō·wn
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Englishman's Concordance
Numbers 16:1
HEB: בְּנֵ֧י אֱלִיאָ֛ב וְא֥וֹן בֶּן־ פֶּ֖לֶת
NAS: of Eliab, and On the son
KJV: of Eliab, and On, the son
INT: the sons of Eliab and On the son of Peleth

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Strong's Hebrew 203
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