Strong’s H5972

עַם

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

`am

Pronunciation

ahm

Definition

People, nation, kinsfolk

Meaning

a people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

Usage

The Hebrew word "עַם" (am) primarily refers to a group of people, often used to denote a nation or a collective body of individuals with a shared identity. In the Old Testament, it frequently refers to the Israelites as God's chosen people, emphasizing their covenant relationship with Him. It can also refer to other nations or groups, highlighting the distinction between Israel and other peoples.

Bible references

Ezra 5:12;Ezra 6:12;Ezra 7:13;Ezra 7:16;Ezra 7:25;Daniel 2:44;Daniel 3:4;Daniel 3:7;Daniel 3:7;Daniel 3:29;Daniel 4:1;Daniel 5:19;Daniel 6:25;Daniel 7:14;Daniel 7:27