Strong’s H7757

שׁוּל

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

shuwl

Pronunciation

shool

Definition

Hem, skirt, train

Meaning

a skirt, a bottom edge

Usage

The Hebrew word "shul" refers to the lower edge or border of a garment, often translated as "hem," "skirt," or "train." It is used in the context of clothing, particularly the flowing parts of robes or garments that hang down. In biblical texts, it can symbolize authority, dignity, or the presence of God, as seen in the imagery of divine robes.

Bible references

Exodus 28:33;Exodus 28:33;Exodus 28:34;Exodus 39:24;Exodus 39:25;Exodus 39:26;Isaiah 6:1;Jeremiah 13:22;Jeremiah 13:26;Lamentations 1:9;Nahum 3:5