Strong’s H1654

גֶּשֶׁם

Part of speech

Proper Name Masculine

Transliteration

Geshem

Pronunciation

GEH-shem or GAHSH-moo

Definition

Geshem, Gashmu

Meaning

Geshem, Gashmu

Usage

Geshem, also known as Gashmu, is a name referring to an Arabian leader who opposed Nehemiah during the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls. The name is associated with a figure who is antagonistic to the efforts of the Jewish people to restore their city and religious practices.

Bible references

Nehemiah 2:19;Nehemiah 6:1;Nehemiah 6:2;Nehemiah 6:6