שם
𐤔𐤌
shâm
there
An adverb indicating place—'there, in that place, at that location'; can also function temporally as 'then' in certain contexts, where location or existence in a particular place is at issue. Used to assert or identify the presence or positioning of an entity or event, often contrasting with 'here' (פֹּה). Can introduce spatial focus, designate spatial distance or presence, or serve as a demonstrative adverb of place or (rarely) of time.
2 Samuel 21:12 · Word #24
Lexicon H8033
| Lemma | שָׁם |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤔𐤌 |
| Transliteration | shâm |
| Strong's | H8033 |
| Definition | An adverb indicating place—'there, in that place, at that location'; can also function temporally as 'then' in certain contexts, where location or existence in a particular place is at issue. Used to assert or identify the presence or positioning of an entity or event, often contrasting with 'here' (פֹּה). Can introduce spatial focus, designate spatial distance or presence, or serve as a demonstrative adverb of place or (rarely) of time. |
Morphology HD
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | D — Adverb — Modifies a verb |
Common Translation
| Phrase | there |
SIBI-P1 Translation H8033-05
there
| Morphological Notes | Adverb of place; primary spatial particle with no inflection for gender or number. |
| Rendering Rationale | The adverb denotes location or situated presence at a place distinct from the speaker (‘here’). "There" preserves its core spatial function without importing contextual direction or temporal nuance. |
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