Strong’s H8122

שֶׁמֶשׁ

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

shemesh

Pronunciation

SHEH-mesh

Definition

Sun

Meaning

the sun

Usage

The Hebrew word "shemesh" primarily refers to the sun, the celestial body that provides light and warmth to the earth. It is used in the Bible to denote the physical sun in the sky, often symbolizing God's creation, power, and faithfulness. The sun is also used metaphorically to represent brightness, glory, and the passage of time.

Bible references

Daniel 6:14