חָם
cham (H2524)
father-in-law
AI Word Study
Based on the lexicon data provided, the word "cham" (H2524, Hebrew חָם) refers to a specific familial relationship, that of a parent-in-law, specifically a father-in-law. This word is limited in its occurrences in the Bible, appearing only 4 times. Analysis of the word "cham" reveals a relatively narrow range of usage, primarily in reference to a specific family member. There is no evidence to suggest that this word holds significance within the broader context of the Semantic domain of Law & Justice, as the definition specifically points to a familial relationship.
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Tamar was told, “Behold, your father-in-law is going up to Timnah to shear his sheep.”
When she was brought out, she sent to her father-in-law, saying, “I am with child by the man who owns these.” She also said, “Please discern whose these are—the signet, and the cords, and the staff.”
His daughter-in-law, Phinehas’ wife, was with child, near to giving birth. When she heard the news that God’s ark was taken and that her father-in-law and her husband were dead, she bowed herself and gave birth; for her pains came on her.
She named the child Ichabod, saying, “The glory has departed from Israel!” because God’s ark was taken, and because of her father-in-law and her husband.