2460. Cheleb
Lexicon
Cheleb: Fat

Original Word: חֵלֶב
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Cheleb
Pronunciation: KHEH-leb
Phonetic Spelling: (khay'-leb)
Definition: Fat
Meaning: Cheleb

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
Heleb

The same as cheleb; fatness; Cheleb, an Israelite -- Heleb.

see HEBREW cheleb

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from the same as cheleb
Definition
one of David's heroes
NASB Translation
Heleb (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs
II. חֵ֫לֶב proper name, masculine (Sabean proper name, masculine חֿלבן = the crafty one SabDenkm27. 28) — one of David's heroes 2 Samuel 23:29 (but read חלד(יׅ, see Dr), ᵐ5 Εσθαει, A Αλαφ, ᵐ5L Αλλαν (= חֵלֶד 1 Chronicles 11:30 = חֶלְדַּי 1 Chronicles 27:15).

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from the root חָלַב (chalab), meaning "to be fat" or "to be rich."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Strong's Greek entries for the Hebrew name Cheleb, as it is a proper noun specific to the Hebrew text and does not have a direct Greek equivalent in the Septuagint or New Testament writings.

Usage: The name Cheleb appears in the context of genealogies and historical records within the Hebrew Bible. It is used as a personal name.

Context: • Cheleb is a proper noun found in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in genealogical and historical contexts. The name is derived from the root חָלַב, which conveys the idea of richness or fatness, often associated with abundance or prosperity.
• The name Cheleb is mentioned in the context of the descendants of Caleb, a notable figure in the Bible known for his faithfulness and leadership during the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land.
• In the Berean Standard Bible, Cheleb is referenced in genealogical listings, highlighting the importance of lineage and heritage in the biblical narrative. The name signifies the continuation of a family line and the preservation of tribal identity within the Israelite community.
• The use of proper names like Cheleb in the Bible underscores the significance of individual roles within the broader story of God's people, emphasizing themes of faith, legacy, and divine providence.

Forms and Transliterations
חֵ֥לֶב חלב Chelev ḥê·leḇ ḥêleḇ
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Englishman's Concordance
2 Samuel 23:29
HEB: חֵ֥לֶב בֶּֽן־ בַּעֲנָ֖ה
NAS: Heleb the son of Baanah
KJV: Heleb the son of Baanah,
INT: Heleb the son of Baanah

1 Occurrence

Strong's Hebrew 2460
1 Occurrence


ḥê·leḇ — 1 Occ.















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