How to Say “Peace” in Aramaic

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ܫܠܡܐ
šəlāmāClassical Syriac, masculine
The English phrase "peace" is translated into Aramaic as ܫܠܡܐ (šəlāmā).
The term refers to a state of being free from war.
Meaning: state of being free from war (noun)

Is it said differently in some regions?

In the western Syriac tradition the word is pronounced shlomo, while eastern speakers say shlama.

How does it change in a sentence?

The noun ܫܠܡܐ is masculine.

How do you pronounce it?

šəlāmā

Did you know?

  • Because the root implies 'to pay' or 'to make full' in certain contexts, the concept of peace is conceptually linked to the idea of settling a debt.
  • The Aramaic word ܫܠܡܐ shares the same linguistic root as the Hebrew word shalom and the Arabic word salam, all originating from a common Semitic root meaning 'wholeness' or 'completeness'.
  • In many Aramaic-speaking communities, saying ܫܠܡܐ is not just a wish for tranquility, but a common way to offer a blessing of completeness to someone.

Examples in context

  • ܐܝܬ ܫܠܡܐ ܒܐܪܥܐ
    it shlomo b'ar'a
    There is peace in the land.

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