Strong's Lexicon shalu: Prosperity, ease, tranquility Original Word: שָׁלוּ Word Origin: Derived from the root שָׁלָה (shalah), which means to be at ease or to be secure. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - Strong's Greek 1515: εἰρήνη (eirēnē) – peace, tranquility - Strong's Greek 2133: εὐπορία (euporia) – prosperity, wealth Usage: The Hebrew word "shalu" conveys a sense of peace, prosperity, and tranquility. It is often used to describe a state of being where one is free from disturbance or conflict, enjoying a sense of security and well-being. In the biblical context, it can refer to both physical and spiritual states of peace and prosperity. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, the concept of peace and prosperity was deeply intertwined with the covenant relationship between God and His people. Prosperity was seen as a blessing from God, a sign of His favor and presence. The Israelites understood that true peace and prosperity were not merely the absence of conflict or abundance of material wealth, but a holistic state of well-being that included spiritual harmony with God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) from a root corresponding to shalah Definition neglect, remissness NASB Translation fail (1), negligence (1), negligent (1), offensive (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance error, fail, thing amiss (Aramaic) or shaluwth (Aramaic) {shaw-looth'}; from the same as shalah; a fault -- error, X fail, thing amiss. see HEBREW shalah Forms and Transliterations שָׁל֖וּ שָׁלֽוּ׃ שָׁלוּ֙ שלו שלו׃ šā·lū šālū shaLuLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Ezra 4:22 HEB: וּזְהִירִ֥ין הֱו֛וֹ שָׁל֖וּ לְמֶעְבַּ֣ד עַל־ NAS: Beware of being negligent in carrying KJV: Take heed now that ye fail not to do INT: take heed Beware negligent carrying out Ezra 6:9 Daniel 6:4 3 Occurrences |
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