הָשֵׁם (ha.shem)
ha.shem
Hashem
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
The name Hashem appears in the Hebrew Bible as a personal identifier for one of King David’s elite warriors. It is recorded in 2 Samuel 23:32 and again in 1 Chronicles 11:34, where it serves as an alternative name for Jashen (H3464). This textual overlap highlights the scribal traditions that preserved different names for the same historical figure during the United Monarchy.
Linguistically, the name derives from a root meaning "fat," likely referring to physical robustness or abundance. As a Gizonite, this man belonged to a specific regional group and is noted as the father of sons who also served in David’s mighty forces. The occurrence of his name in these parallel genealogical lists underscores the importance placed on recording the lineage of those who defended the kingdom.
While the word Hashem shares phonetic similarity with the common Hebrew term for "name" (Shem), this entry refers strictly to a human individual rather than a divine title. Its presence in the chronicles provides a concrete link to the military structure of David’s reign, preserving the memory of lesser-known heroes alongside more famous commanders.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
When we read through the lists of King David’s mighty warriors in Chronicles, names like Hashem stand out as quiet reminders that God sees every individual. This specific entry records a man from Gizon who served alongside other brave fighters, preserving his memory in Scripture for generations to come.
His name, meaning "fat" or "abundant," likely pointed to physical strength or prosperity, yet it is the act of being recorded that gives him lasting significance. In God’s kingdom, no service goes unnoticed, and every contributor to the community’s safety and faithfulness has a place in the historical record.
This passage invites us to consider our own roles within the body of Christ. Just as Hashen was remembered for his loyalty and strength, your faithful contributions—whether seen or unseen—are valued by God. We are encouraged to serve with integrity, knowing that every act of devotion is woven into a larger story of faithfulness.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Hashem1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- הָשֵׁם֙1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 11:34
the sons of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan the son of Shagee the Hararite,
This verse identifies Hashem as a Gizonite and lists him among the elite warriors, highlighting his specific regional origin and military role.