Etymology and Meaning
The term "Hashem" is derived from the Hebrew phrase "Ha-Shem," which translates to "The Name." In Jewish tradition, it is a way to refer to God without using His sacred and ineffable name, YHWH (Yahweh). This practice stems from a deep reverence for the divine name, as well as the commandment not to take the Lord's name in vain (Exodus 20:7: "You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not leave anyone unpunished who takes His name in vain").

Biblical Usage
While "Hashem" itself does not appear in the Christian Bible, the concept is rooted in the biblical understanding of God's name as holy and powerful. The name of God is often associated with His character and His actions. For instance, in Exodus 3:14, God reveals Himself to Moses as "I AM WHO I AM," indicating His eternal and self-existent nature. The name YHWH is used throughout the Old Testament to signify God's covenant relationship with Israel.

Theological Significance
In the Bible, names carry significant weight, often reflecting the nature or destiny of individuals. God's name, therefore, is a reflection of His divine attributes, including His holiness, sovereignty, and faithfulness. The use of "Hashem" underscores the importance of approaching God with reverence and awe. In Psalm 8:1 , the psalmist declares, "O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth! You have set Your glory above the heavens."

Jewish Tradition and Christian Understanding
In Jewish tradition, the avoidance of pronouncing the Tetragrammaton (YHWH) led to the use of alternative titles such as "Adonai" (Lord) and "Elohim" (God). "Hashem" is another such title, used particularly in prayer and study. While Christians do not typically use "Hashem," the reverence for God's name is shared. Jesus taught His disciples to pray, "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name" (Matthew 6:9), emphasizing the sanctity of God's name.

Scriptural References
The Bible contains numerous references to the significance of God's name. In Isaiah 42:8 , God declares, "I am the LORD; that is My name! I will not yield My glory to another or My praise to idols." Similarly, in Philippians 2:9-11 , the apostle Paul writes, "Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father."

Practical Implications
For believers, the concept of "Hashem" serves as a reminder of the holiness and majesty of God. It encourages a posture of humility and reverence in worship and daily life. The acknowledgment of God's name as sacred calls Christians to live in a manner that honors Him, reflecting His character in their actions and words. As Colossians 3:17 instructs, "And whatever you do, in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him."Hashem

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(fat). The sons of Hashem the Gizonite are named amongst the members of David's guard in (1 Chronicles 11:34) (B.C. before 1014.)

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ha'-shem (hashem): The "sons of Hashem" are mentioned (1 Chronicles 11:34) among David's mighty men. The parallel passage (2 Samuel 23:32) has "sons of Jashen."

2044. Hashem -- father of one of David's heroes
... 2043, 2044. Hashem. 2045 . father of one of David's heroes. Transliteration:
Hashem Phonetic Spelling: (haw-shame') Short Definition: Hashem. ...
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Thursday Night - Before Annas and Caiaphas - Peter and Jesus.
... It seems, however, at least doubtful, whether in case of profanation of the Divine
Name (Chillul haShem), judgment was not immediately executed. ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter xiii thursday night -.htm

Bene-hashem (1 Occurrence)
Bene-hashem. Benefits, Bene-hashem. Benejaakan . Multi-Version
Concordance Bene-hashem (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles ...
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Jashen (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Sleeping, called also Hashem (1 Chronicles 11:34); a person,
several of whose sons were in David's body-guard (2 Samuel 23:32). Int. ...
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Gizonite (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary A name given to Hashem, an inhabitant of Gizoh, a place
somewhere in the mountains of Judah (1 Chronicles 11:34; 2 Samuel 23:32, 34). ...
/g/gizonite.htm - 7k

Benefits (12 Occurrences)

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Hashem (1 Occurrence)
... Standard Bible Encyclopedia HASHEM. ha'-shem (hashem): The "sons of Hashem" are
mentioned (1 Chronicles 11:34) among David's mighty men. ...Hashem (1 Occurrence). ...
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Gi'zonite (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Gi'zonite (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 11:34 the sons
of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan the son of Shagee the Hararite, (See RSV). ...
/g/gi'zonite.htm - 6k

Benejaakan (2 Occurrences)

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Shageh (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Shageh (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 11:34 the sons of
Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan the son of Shagee the Hararite, (See JPS). ...
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Shage (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Chronicles 11:34 the sons of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan the son of Shagee the
Hararite, (Root in WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
/s/shage.htm - 6k

Shagee (1 Occurrence)
... Shagee (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 11:34 the sons of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan
the son of Shagee the Hararite, (WEB ASV NAS RSV NIV). ...
/s/shagee.htm - 6k

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