Strong’s H5162
נָחַם
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
nacham
Pronunciation
nah-kham'
Definition
To comfort, to repent, to relent, to be sorry
Meaning
to sigh, breathe strongly, to be sorry, to pity, console, rue, to avenge
Usage
The Hebrew verb "nacham" primarily conveys the idea of comfort and consolation, often in the context of grief or distress. It also carries the meaning of repentance or a change of mind, particularly in relation to God’s actions or decisions. The term can imply a sense of regret or sorrow, leading to a change in behavior or intention.
Bible references
Genesis 5:29;Genesis 6:6;Genesis 6:7;Genesis 24:67;Genesis 27:42;Genesis 37:35;Genesis 37:35;Genesis 38:12;Genesis 50:21;Exodus 13:17;Exodus 32:12;Exodus 32:14;Numbers 23:19;Deuteronomy 32:36;Judges 2:18;Judges 21:6;Judges 21:15;Ruth 2:13;1 Samuel 15:11;1 Samuel 15:29;1 Samuel 15:29;1 Samuel 15:35;2 Samuel 10:2;2 Samuel 10:3;2 Samuel 12:24