Strong’s H5098

נָהַם

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

naham

Pronunciation

naw-kham'

Definition

To comfort, to console, to repent

Meaning

to growl

Usage

The Hebrew verb "naham" primarily conveys the idea of comfort and consolation. It is used in contexts where there is a need for emotional relief or solace, often following distress or grief. Additionally, "naham" can imply a change of mind or repentance, particularly in the context of God relenting or changing His course of action in response to human behavior.

Bible references

Proverbs 5:11;Proverbs 28:15;Isaiah 5:29;Isaiah 5:30;Ezekiel 24:23