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swarthy

adjective (swarthier, swarthiest)

«swarthy» in the English dictionary: in Jewish tradition — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

In Jewish tradition

The maiden in the Song of Songs says she is dark from working in the sun.

Interpretation. Tradition often reads the Song as a picture of God's love for Israel. The dark maiden stands for Israel, who has neglected her own vineyard. In the primary lessons: in stories a person is described by their dark skin and looks, such as a swarthy pedlar or a swarthy face

Meaning

Swarthy means having dark skin or a dark complexion, often from being in the sun. (old use) tree →

Examples

  • Look not upon me, that I am swarthy, that the sun hath tanned me; my mother's sons were incensed against me, they made me keeper of the vineyards; but mine own vineyard have I not kept.' (Writings SNG.1.6, JPS 1917) tree →
  • The sailor had a swarthy face. tree →
  • A swarthy man sold spices at the market. tree →
  • His swarthy skin shone in the sun. tree →

Note

nothing for maths

On Mova

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