Shil Meaning: The Hebrew Word שִׁיל Explained

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שִׁיל

shil

Biblical Hebrew

MeaningA name from the Bible. Its meaning is not certain, but many people think it is a name for a future king who will bring peace.

HistoryThis word appears one time in the Bible, in the book of Genesis. It is part of a blessing that says a ruler will come from the family of Judah. For thousands of years, people have thought this name is about a special future king.

An illustration of a benevolent young king in a blue robe and golden crown, holding an olive branch and a white dove, in a gr