Hebrew Word Study

The meaning of שֶׁכֶן

Understanding sheken reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

habitation. - a residence 1) dwelling

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שֶׁכֶן

Phoneticsheh'-ken
Transliterationsheken
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

habitation. - a residence 1) dwelling

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Deuteronomy 12:5

But unto the place which the Lord your God shall choose out of all your tribes to put his name there, even unto his habitation shall ye seek, and thither thou shalt come:

Word: שֶׁכֶן (sheken)

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Most Frequent Book
Deuteronomy
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