Strong's H8058 · Hebrew
שָׁמַט
shâmaṭ · /shaw-mat'/
Definition
to fling down; incipiently to jostle; figuratively, to let alone, desist, remit
KJV: discontinue, overthrow, release, let rest, shake, stumble, throw down.
Root / derivation: a primitive root;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered שָׁמַט across 8 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
8 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Deuteronomy2 verses
And this is the manner of the release: Every creditor that lendeth ought unto his neighbour shall release it; he shall not exact it of his neighbour, or of his brother; because it is called the LORD'S release. creditor: Heb. master of the lending of his hand
Deuteronomy 15:3Of a foreigner thou mayest exact it again: but that which is thine with thy brother thine hand shall release;
Psalms1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H8058 (shâmaṭ) mean?
to fling down; incipiently to jostle; figuratively, to let alone, desist, remit
How many times does H8058 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H8058 (שָׁמַט) appears in 8 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “down.”
How is shâmaṭ translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H8058 is rendered as “down” (2×), “release” (2×), “discontinue” (1×), “overthrown” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Hebrew word שָׁמַט come from?
a primitive root;