Strong’s H7926

שְׁכֶם

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

shkem

Pronunciation

sheh-kem'

Definition

Shoulder, back, ridge

Meaning

the neck, as the place of burdens, the spur of a, hill

Usage

The Hebrew word "shekem" primarily refers to the physical shoulder or back, often used metaphorically to denote the bearing of burdens or responsibilities. It can also refer to a ridge or a place of elevation, symbolizing strength and support.

Bible references

Genesis 9:23;Genesis 21:14;Genesis 24:15;Genesis 24:45;Genesis 48:22;Genesis 49:15;Exodus 12:34;Joshua 4:5;Judges 9:48;1 Samuel 9:2;1 Samuel 10:9;1 Samuel 10:23;Job 31:36;Psalm 21:12;Psalm 81:6;Isaiah 9:4;Isaiah 9:6;Isaiah 10:27;Isaiah 14:25;Isaiah 22:22;Zephaniah 3:9