Strong’s H2856

חָתַם

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

chatham

Pronunciation

khaw-tham'

Definition

To seal, to close up, to make an end

Meaning

to close up, to seal

Usage

The Hebrew verb "chatham" primarily means to seal or to close up. It is used in various contexts, including the sealing of documents, the closing of a door, or the completion of a task. The act of sealing often signifies authority, authenticity, and finality. In biblical times, a seal was used to secure and validate documents, indicating ownership or approval.

Bible references

Leviticus 15:3;Deuteronomy 32:34;1 Kings 21:8;Nehemiah 9:38;Nehemiah 10:1;Esther 3:12;Esther 8:8;Esther 8:8;Esther 8:10;Job 9:7;Job 14:17;Job 24:16;Job 33:16;Job 37:7;Songs 4:12;Isaiah 8:16;Isaiah 29:11;Isaiah 29:11;Jeremiah 32:10;Jeremiah 32:11;Jeremiah 32:14;Jeremiah 32:44;Ezekiel 28:12;Daniel 9:24;Daniel 9:24