Strong’s H5150
נִחוּם
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
nichuwm
Pronunciation
nee-KHOOM
Definition
Comfort, Consolation
Meaning
consoled, solace
Usage
The term "nichum" primarily refers to the act of providing comfort or consolation, often in times of grief or distress. It is used to describe the emotional support and solace offered to those who are mourning or experiencing hardship. The concept of comfort in the Hebrew Bible is deeply connected to the presence and promises of God, who is often depicted as the ultimate source of comfort for His people.
Bible references
Isaiah 57:18;Hosea 11:8;Zechariah 1:13