The meaning of “נָהַם”
Understanding nâham reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
mourn, roar(-ing). - to growl 1) to growl, groan 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to growl (of lion) 1a2) to groan (of sufferer)
נָהַם
mourn, roar(-ing). - to growl 1) to growl, groan 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to growl (of lion) 1a2) to groan (of sufferer)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Proverbs 5:11 | “And thou mourn at the last, when thy flesh and thy body are consumed,” Word: נָהַם (nâham) | |
| Proverbs 28:15 | “As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.” Word: נָהַם (nâham) | |
| Isaiah 5:29 | “Their roaring shall be like a lion, they shall roar like young lions: yea, they shall roar, and lay hold of the prey, and shall carry it away safe, and none shall deliver it.” Word: נָהַם (nâham) | |
| Isaiah 5:30 | “And in that day they shall roar against them like the roaring of the sea: and if one look unto the land, behold darkness and sorrow, and the light is darkened in the heavens thereof. ” Word: נָהַם (nâham) | |
| Ezekiel 24:23 | “And your tires shall be upon your heads, and your shoes upon your feet: ye shall not mourn nor weep; but ye shall pine away for your iniquities, and mourn one toward another.” Word: נָהַם (nâham) |
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