Strong’s H3179

יָחַם

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

yacham

Pronunciation

yah-kham'

Definition

To be hot, to conceive, to be warm

Meaning

to be hot, to conceive

Usage

The Hebrew verb "yacham" primarily conveys the idea of heat or warmth. It is used in various contexts, including physical warmth, emotional fervor, and the process of conception. The term can describe the natural heat of the body or the warmth of emotions such as passion or anger. In some instances, it is used metaphorically to describe the fervent or zealous nature of an individual or group.

Bible references

Genesis 30:38;Genesis 30:39;Genesis 30:41;Genesis 30:41;Genesis 31:10;Deuteronomy 19:6;1 Kings 1:1;Psalm 51:5;Ecclesiastes 4:11;Ezekiel 24:11