Strong’s H5561

סַם

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

cam

Pronunciation

sahm

Definition

Spice, perfume, aromatic

Meaning

an aroma

Usage

The Hebrew word "sam" refers to spices or aromatic substances used for various purposes, including religious rituals, anointing, and embalming. It is often associated with pleasant scents and is used in the context of offerings and sacred ceremonies.

Bible references

Exodus 25:6;Exodus 30:7;Exodus 30:34;Exodus 30:34;Exodus 31:11;Exodus 35:8;Exodus 35:15;Exodus 35:28;Exodus 37:29;Exodus 39:38;Exodus 40:27;Leviticus 4:7;Leviticus 16:12;Numbers 4:16;2 Chronicles 2:4;2 Chronicles 13:11