Strong’s H5396
נִשְׁמָא
Part of speech
Noun Feminine
Transliteration
nishma'
Pronunciation
nish-MAH
Definition
Breath, spirit
Meaning
vital breath
Usage
The term "nishmah" is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote the breath of life, often associated with the divine breath that animates living beings. It signifies the life-giving force that God imparts to His creation. In a broader sense, it can also refer to the spirit or essence of life within a person.
Bible references
Daniel 5:23