H8057 – simchah – שִׂמְחָהa God-anchored joy

Strong’s ID:: H8057
Hebrew Word:: שִׂמְחָה
Transliteration:: simchah
Pronunciation:: sim-khaw’
Part of Speech:: feminine noun
Etymology:: from H8056
Equivalents:: [strongs id="g5479"], a joy, enthusiasm
Usage Count:: 94
Search:: Find “simchah” in the Bible (Old Testament)

Equip God’s People Hebrew Lexicon

a God-anchored joy

Word Picture:

Throughout the Old Testament, “simchah” connotes a deep, communal joy often associated with religious festivals, weddings, and other significant events. It isn’t just personal happiness; it’s the joy of shared experiences, faith, and God's faithfulness. David speaks of the “simchah” of God’s presence (Psalm 16:11). Solomon shows how it transcends external situations, prevailing in spite of heartache and grief (Proverbs 14:13).

Strong’s Hebrew Lexicon

from H8056; blithesomeness or glee, (religious or festival):—X exceeding(-ly), gladness, joy(-fulness), mirth, pleasure, rejoice(-ing).