Strong’s H8035

שֵׁם

Part of speech

Proper Name Masculine

Transliteration

Shem

Pronunciation

shem

Definition

Shem

Meaning

Shem

Usage

Shem is a proper noun used as a personal name in the Hebrew Bible. It is most notably the name of one of Noah's three sons. The name "Shem" is often associated with the concept of "name" or "renown," reflecting the importance of legacy and reputation in biblical narratives.

Bible references

Genesis 5:32;Genesis 6:10;Genesis 7:13;Genesis 9:18;Genesis 9:23;Genesis 9:26;Genesis 9:27;Genesis 10:1;Genesis 10:21;Genesis 10:22;Genesis 10:31;Genesis 11:10;Genesis 11:10;Genesis 11:11;1 Chronicles 1:4;1 Chronicles 1:17;1 Chronicles 1:24