Strong’s H7737

שָׁוָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

shavah

Pronunciation

sha-vah'

Definition

To level, equalize, resemble, compare, adjust

Meaning

to level, equalize, to resemble, to adjust

Usage

The Hebrew verb "shavah" primarily conveys the idea of making something level or equal. It can also mean to compare or to make something resemble another. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, it often implies bringing things into alignment or balance, whether in a literal or metaphorical sense.

Bible references

2 Samuel 22:34;Esther 3:8;Esther 5:13;Esther 7:4;Job 33:27;Psalm 16:8;Psalm 18:33;Psalm 21:5;Psalm 89:19;Psalm 119:30;Psalm 131:2;Proverbs 3:15;Proverbs 8:11;Proverbs 26:4;Proverbs 27:15;Isaiah 28:25;Isaiah 38:13;Isaiah 40:25;Isaiah 46:5;Lamentations 2:13;Hosea 10:1