Strong's Lexicon Chelon: Tortoise Original Word: חֵלןֹ Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to be robust or strong Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent in the Strong's Concordance for "Chelon," as the Greek New Testament does not specifically address the dietary laws concerning tortoises. However, the concept of clean and unclean animals is discussed in the New Testament, particularly in Acts 10:14-15, where Peter's vision challenges the traditional Jewish dietary restrictions. Usage: The term "Chelon" refers to a tortoise or turtle, specifically mentioned in the context of unclean animals in the Old Testament. It is used to describe a creature that is considered unclean for consumption according to the dietary laws given to the Israelites. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, dietary laws were an essential part of religious observance, as outlined in the Torah. These laws distinguished between clean and unclean animals, impacting daily life and worship. The tortoise, along with other reptiles, was classified as unclean, meaning it was not to be eaten or used in sacrifices. This classification was part of a broader system of purity that underscored the Israelites' distinct identity and their covenant relationship with God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom chul Definition a man of Zebulon NASB Translation Helon (5). Brown-Driver-Briggs חֵלֹן proper name, masculine a man of Zebulon Numbers 1:9; Numbers 2:7; Numbers 7:24,29; Numbers 10:16 (ᵐ5 Ξαιλων, ᵐ5L Ξελων). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Helon From chayil; strong; Chelon, an Israelite -- Helon. see HEBREW chayil Forms and Transliterations חֵלֹֽן׃ חֵלֽוֹן׃ חלון׃ חלן׃ cheLon ḥê·lō·wn ḥê·lōn ḥêlōn ḥêlōwnLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Numbers 1:9 HEB: אֱלִיאָ֖ב בֶּן־ חֵלֹֽן׃ NAS: Eliab the son of Helon; KJV: Eliab the son of Helon. INT: Eliab the son of Helon Numbers 2:7 Numbers 7:24 Numbers 7:29 Numbers 10:16 5 Occurrences |
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