Strong’s H7980

שָׁלַט

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

shalat

Pronunciation

shah-LAHT

Definition

To have power, to rule, to dominate, to govern

Meaning

to dominate, govern, to permit

Usage

The Hebrew verb "shalat" primarily conveys the idea of having power or dominion over something or someone. It is used in contexts where authority, control, or governance is exercised. This term can refer to both legitimate and illegitimate forms of power, depending on the context in which it appears.

Bible references

Nehemiah 5:15;Esther 9:1;Esther 9:1;Psalm 119:133;Ecclesiastes 2:19;Ecclesiastes 5:19;Ecclesiastes 6:2;Ecclesiastes 8:9