Strong’s H8104

שָׁמַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

shamar

Pronunciation

shah-MAR

Definition

To keep, guard, observe, give heed

Meaning

to hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to

Usage

The Hebrew verb "shamar" primarily means to keep, guard, or observe. It conveys the idea of careful attention and protection. In the context of the Bible, it is often used to describe the act of keeping God's commandments, guarding one's heart, or observing the Sabbath. It implies a sense of diligence and responsibility in maintaining what is valuable or sacred.

Bible references

Genesis 2:15;Genesis 3:24;Genesis 4:9;Genesis 17:9;Genesis 17:10;Genesis 18:19;Genesis 24:6;Genesis 26:5;Genesis 28:15;Genesis 28:20;Genesis 30:31;Genesis 31:24;Genesis 31:29;Genesis 37:11;Genesis 41:35;Exodus 10:28;Exodus 12:17;Exodus 12:17;Exodus 12:24;Exodus 12:25;Exodus 13:10;Exodus 15:26;Exodus 16:28;Exodus 19:5;Exodus 19:12