Strong’s H0518
אִם
Part of speech
conjunction; hypothetical particle; imperfect; infinitive; interrogative particle
Transliteration
im
Pronunciation
eem
Definition
if, whether, though
Meaning
lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not
Usage
The Hebrew word "אִם" (im) is primarily used as a conditional conjunction in the Hebrew Bible. It introduces conditional clauses, often translated as "if" in English. It can also be used to express doubt or uncertainty, similar to "whether" or "though." This word is crucial in forming hypothetical situations, making it a key component in legal, moral, and narrative contexts within the Scriptures.
Bible references
Genesis 4:7;Genesis 4:7;Genesis 13:9;Genesis 13:9;Genesis 13:16;Genesis 14:23;Genesis 14:23;Genesis 15:4;Genesis 15:5;Genesis 17:17;Genesis 18:3;Genesis 18:21;Genesis 18:26;Genesis 18:28;Genesis 18:30;Genesis 20:7;Genesis 21:23;Genesis 23:8;Genesis 23:13;Genesis 24:8;Genesis 24:19;Genesis 24:21;Genesis 24:33;Genesis 24:38;Genesis 24:41