Original Word: חֵלֶק
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Cheleq
Pronunciation: KHEH-lek
Phonetic Spelling: (khay'-lek)
Definition: Portion, share, part, inheritance
Meaning: Chelek

Word Origin: Derived from the root חָלַק (chalak), meaning "to divide" or "to apportion."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - Strong's Greek 2819 (κλῆρος - kleros): Refers to a lot, portion, or inheritance.

- Strong's Greek 3311 (μερίς - meris): Denotes a part, portion, or share.

Usage: The Hebrew word "Cheleq" primarily refers to a portion or share of something, often in the context of inheritance or division of land. It can denote a physical portion, such as land or property, or a metaphorical share, such as one's lot in life or spiritual inheritance. The term is used to express the idea of something that is allotted or assigned to an individual or group.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, the concept of inheritance and land division was central to family and tribal identity. Land was not merely a possession but a divine gift and a sign of God's covenant with His people. The division of land among the tribes of Israel, as described in the book of Joshua, was a significant event that underscored the importance of each tribe's "cheleq" or portion. This concept also extended to spiritual inheritance, where one's relationship with God and participation in His promises were considered a "portion."

II. חֵ֫לֶק proper name, masculine (portion) a Gileadite Numbers 26:30; Joshua 17:2. ᵐ5 Ξελεγ, (κ), Κελεζ, etc.; ᵐ5^L Joshua 17:2 Ελεκ.

Helek

The same as cheleq; portion; Chelek, an Israelite -- Helek.

see HEBREW cheleq

חֵ֗לֶק חלק לְחֵ֕לֶק לחלק Chelek ḥê·leq ḥêleq lə·ḥê·leq leChelek ləḥêleqInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts