Strong’s H1652
גָּשַׁם
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
gasham
Pronunciation
gah-sham'
Definition
To rain, to cause rain, to shower
Meaning
to shower violently
Usage
The Hebrew verb "gasham" primarily means "to rain" or "to cause rain." It is used in the context of weather, specifically referring to the act of raining or the process of precipitation. In the Hebrew Bible, it often conveys the idea of God's provision and blessing through the natural phenomenon of rain, which is essential for agriculture and sustenance.
Bible references
Jeremiah 14:22