הֲלֹ֣ם
𐤄𐤋𐤌
hălôm
here
An adverb of place denoting direction or proximity, meaning 'here,' 'hither,' or 'to this place.' It is used to indicate movement toward the speaker or a specified location nearby, as in 'come here.' The word frequently appears in narrative, imperative, or dialogue scenes to draw attention to or summon movement to a specific spot, but does not always clearly distinguish between pointing precisely at the speaker versus designating a general nearby place.
1 Samuel 10:22 · Word #6
Lexicon H1988
| Lemma | הֲלֹם |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤄𐤋𐤌 |
| Transliteration | hălôm |
| Strong's | H1988 |
| Definition | An adverb of place denoting direction or proximity, meaning 'here,' 'hither,' or 'to this place.' It is used to indicate movement toward the speaker or a specified location nearby, as in 'come here.' The word frequently appears in narrative, imperative, or dialogue scenes to draw attention to or summon movement to a specific spot, but does not always clearly distinguish between pointing precisely at the speaker versus designating a general nearby place. |
Morphology HD
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | D — Adverb — Modifies a verb |
Common Translation
| Phrase | here |
SIBI-P1 Translation H1988-01
to this place
| Morphological Notes | Adverb of place/direction (HD); invariable form; denotes motion or orientation toward the deictic center. |
| Rendering Rationale | As an adverb of direction derived from a root conveying movement or approach, this form points toward motion or orientation to a nearby location. "To this place" preserves the directional force better than a static "here." |
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