HAShAMAYIM

Construction of Word

Dual Ending Suffix Root Definite Article Prefix

Holladay Lexicon 375b

heaven(s), sky
1. = firmament
2. = upper atmosphere (below the firmament) air, sky
3. associated w. God as his dwelling

Special Contextual Meaning

Genesis 1:1
1. The construction of the word (P2-L1-W5) shows a Dual Ending Suffix which denotes "two" of something.  For example, it is used with the word for eyes (two eyes) and hands (two hands).
2. Genesis 1:8 - "elohim named the RAQIY\A `ShAMAYIM.'"
3. HAShAMAYIM is the name of the RAQIY\A that was made by elohim on second day.  
4. See RAQIY\A for more information

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