Hebrew · H2506, G3310

חֵלֶק

Properly, smoothness (of the tongue); also an allotment · part

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חֵלֶקH2506properly, smoothness (of the tongue); also an allotment

Pronunciationcheleq

Smoothness of tongue metaphorically extends to flattery; also denotes inherited portion or allotment.

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μερίςG3310part

Pronunciationmerís

An allotted share or portion, often implying one's rightful inheritance or destined lot in a division.

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What does חֵלֶק (cheleq) mean in the Bible?

חֵלֶק · μερίς is a Hebrew phrase meaning "inheritance, share, or allotted possession".

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What does חֵלֶק · μερίς mean in the Bible?

חֵלֶק · μερίς is a Hebrew phrase meaning "inheritance, share, or allotted possession".

How many biblical occurrences are listed for H2506, G3310?

H2506, G3310 is connected to 67 lexical occurrence verses in the lexicon data.

Evidence Summary

Hebrew phrase. inheritance, share, or allotted possession

Strong'sH2506, G3310

Lexical occurrences67 verses

Source Gloss

inheritance, share, or allotted possession

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