Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “בָּשָׂם”
Understanding bâsâm reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
spice. - the balsam plant 1) spice, balsam 2) (TWOT) sweet, sweet smell, sweet odour
H1313
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
בָּשָׂם
Phoneticbaw-sawm'
Transliterationbâsâm
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
spice. - the balsam plant 1) spice, balsam 2) (TWOT) sweet, sweet smell, sweet odour
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Song of Solomon 5:1 | “I am come into my garden, my sister, my spouse: I have gathered my myrrh with my spice; I have eaten my honeycomb with my honey; I have drunk my wine with my milk: eat, O friends; drink, yea, drink abundantly, O beloved.” Word: בָּשָׂם (bâsâm) |