Hebrew · H2459, H2406 · unreviewed

חֵלֶב חִטָּה

Fat , whether literally or figuratively; hence, the richest or choice part · wheat , whether the grain or the plant

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חֶלֶב H2459 fat , whether literally or figuratively; hence, the richest or choice part
Pronunciation ḥelbāmô
Fat as the richest, most prized portion—literal sustenance becomes figurative marker of abundance and divine blessing.
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חִטָּה H2406 wheat , whether the grain or the plant
Pronunciation ḥiṭāh
A staple grain crop in ancient Levant; symbolizes prosperity, sustenance, and divine blessing in covenant contexts.
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What does חֵלֶב חִטָּה (chelev chittah) mean in the Bible?

חֶלֶב · חִטָּה is a Hebrew word meaning "rich covenant provision".

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Meaning

rich covenant provision
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