Strong’s H7933

שֶׁכֶן

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

sheken

Pronunciation

SHEH-ken

Definition

Neighbor, inhabitant

Meaning

a residence

Usage

The Hebrew word "sheken" primarily refers to a neighbor or someone who dwells nearby. It is used to describe individuals who live in close proximity to one another, emphasizing the social and communal aspects of living in a community. The term can also extend to mean an inhabitant of a particular place, highlighting the relationship between people and their dwelling places.

Bible references

Deuteronomy 12:5