8009. Salmah
Berean Strong's Lexicon
Salmah: Garment, clothing, raiment

Original Word: שַׂלְמָה
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Salmah
Pronunciation: sahl-MAH
Phonetic Spelling: (sal-maw')
Definition: Garment, clothing, raiment
Meaning: Salmah

Word Origin: Derived from the root שׂלם (shalem), which means "to be complete" or "to be at peace."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G2440 (himation): Refers to a garment or cloak, similar in function to the Hebrew "Salmah."

Usage: The Hebrew word "Salmah" refers to a garment or piece of clothing. It is often used in the context of everyday attire, indicating a basic article of clothing worn by individuals in biblical times. The term can denote a cloak or outer garment, which was an essential part of one's attire, providing warmth and protection.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, clothing was not only a necessity but also a symbol of one's social status and identity. Garments like the "Salmah" were typically made from wool or linen and were often simple in design. The cloak served multiple purposes, including being used as a blanket at night. The giving or taking of a garment could symbolize a covenant or pledge, as seen in various biblical narratives.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
of uncertain derivation
Definition
father of Boaz, same as NH8012
NASB Translation
Salmon (1).

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
Salmon

The same as salmah; clothing; Salmah, an Israelite -- Salmon. Compare Salmown.

see HEBREW salmah

see HEBREW Salmown

Forms and Transliterations
שַׂלְמָֽה׃ שלמה׃ śal·māh salMah śalmāh
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Englishman's Concordance
Ruth 4:20
HEB: הוֹלִ֥יד אֶת־ שַׂלְמָֽה׃
NAS: Nahshon, and to Nahshon, Salmon,
KJV: and Nahshon begat Salmon,
INT: Nahshon was born Salmon

1 Occurrence

Strong's Hebrew 8009
1 Occurrence


śal·māh — 1 Occ.
















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