Hebrew · H8034, G3686

שֵׁם

An appellation , as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor , authority , character · a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)

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שֵׁםH8034an appellation , as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor , authority , character

Pronunciationšēm

Name carries the weight of identity, honor, and authority—one's essential character made public and memorable.

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ὄνομαG3686a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)

Pronunciationónoma

In biblical usage, name represents the person's authority, character, and divine attributes, not mere designation.

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What does שֵׁם (shem) mean in the Bible?

שֵׁם · ὄνομα is a Hebrew phrase meaning "the revealed character or reputation of a person".

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What does שֵׁם · ὄνομα mean in the Bible?

שֵׁם · ὄνομα is a Hebrew phrase meaning "the revealed character or reputation of a person".

How many biblical occurrences are listed for H8034, G3686?

H8034, G3686 is connected to 864 lexical occurrence verses in the lexicon data.

Evidence Summary

Hebrew phrase. the revealed character or reputation of a person

Strong'sH8034, G3686

Lexical occurrences864 verses

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the revealed character or reputation of a person

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