Vocabulary Entry

shem

|noun • verb

noun

A term used in Jewish mysticism to refer to the names of God or sacred names.

Example Sentences

"The Kabbalists often meditate on the Shem to gain spiritual insight."

"Many believe that using the Shem correctly can bring protection."

"The study of Shem names is an essential part of mystical traditions."

verb

Example Sentences

"In her speech, she was careful to shem the contributions of the volunteers."

"The teacher will shem the highlights of the project during the presentation."

"He chose to shem specific achievements in his resume to stand out."