Strong’s H2938

טָעַם

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

ta`am

Pronunciation

tah-am

Definition

Taste, discernment, judgment

Meaning

to taste, to perceive

Usage

The Hebrew word "taam" primarily refers to the sense of taste, but it extends metaphorically to mean discernment or judgment. It is used to describe the ability to perceive or understand, often in a moral or spiritual sense. This word captures the idea of having a refined sense of judgment or the ability to distinguish between good and evil.

Bible references

1 Samuel 14:24;1 Samuel 14:29;1 Samuel 14:43;1 Samuel 14:43;2 Samuel 3:35;2 Samuel 19:35;Job 12:11;Job 34:3;Psalm 34:8;Proverbs 31:18;Jonah 3:7