Strong’s H7999
שָׁלַם
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
shalam
Pronunciation
shah-LAHM
Definition
To be complete, to be sound, to make amends, to finish, to repay, to reward
Meaning
to be safe, to be, completed, to be friendly, to reciprocate
Usage
The Hebrew verb "shalam" primarily conveys the idea of completeness or wholeness. It is often used in contexts involving restitution, fulfillment of vows, or the completion of a task. The word can imply making peace or restoring a relationship, as well as the act of repaying or recompensing someone. In the context of the covenant, it can refer to fulfilling obligations or making things right.
Bible references
Genesis 44:4;Exodus 21:34;Exodus 21:36;Exodus 21:36;Exodus 22:1;Exodus 22:3;Exodus 22:3;Exodus 22:4;Exodus 22:5;Exodus 22:6;Exodus 22:6;Exodus 22:7;Exodus 22:9;Exodus 22:11;Exodus 22:12;Exodus 22:13;Exodus 22:14;Exodus 22:14;Exodus 22:15;Leviticus 5:16;Leviticus 6:5;Leviticus 24:18;Leviticus 24:21;Deuteronomy 7:10;Deuteronomy 7:10