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Shem
Biblical name meaning: “name; renown”
Name Details
- Name
- Shem
- Meaning
- name; renown
- First Letter
- S
- Source
- Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
What Does “Shem” Mean in the Bible?
The name Shem is a biblical name meaning “name; renown”. In the Bible, names carried deep significance, often reflecting a person's character, destiny, or the circumstances of their birth. Understanding the meaning of biblical names enriches our reading of Scripture and reveals layers of significance in the biblical narrative.
More Names Starting with “S”
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