◄ 8073. Shamlay ►
Strong's Lexicon
Shamlay: Shamlay

Original Word: שַׁמְלַי
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Shamlay
Pronunciation: sham-LAI
Phonetic Spelling: (sham-lah'-ee)
Definition: Shamlay
Meaning: Shamlai

Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to be desolate or waste

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for the name Shamlay, as it is a specific Hebrew personal name. However, genealogical names in the Greek New Testament, such as those found in the genealogies of Jesus in Matthew and Luke, serve a similar purpose in establishing lineage and fulfilling prophecy.

Usage: Shamlay is a proper noun used as a personal name in the Hebrew Bible. It is not a common name and appears in genealogical contexts. The name may carry connotations of desolation or waste, reflecting either the circumstances of the individual or a characteristic attributed to them.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, names often held significant meaning and were sometimes reflective of personal characteristics, familial circumstances, or prophetic insights. The name Shamlay, with its root meaning related to desolation, might suggest a period of hardship or a prophetic declaration over the individual or their lineage. Genealogies in the Bible served to establish identity, heritage, and fulfillment of divine promises, often linking individuals to significant historical or theological narratives.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
scribal error for Salmay, q.v.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
Shalmai

For Salmay; Shamlai, one of the Nethinim -- Shalmai (from the margin).

see HEBREW Salmay

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