2683. chetsen

Lexicon

chetsen: Bosom, lap, fold

Original Word: חֵצֶן
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: chetsen
Pronunciation: KHAY-tsen
Phonetic Spelling: (khay'-tsen)
Definition: Bosom, lap, fold
Meaning: the bosom

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

bosom

From an unused root meaning to hold firmly; the bosom (as comprised between the arms) -- bosom.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from an unused word
Definition
bosom (of a garment)
NASB Translation
bosom (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs

[חֵ֫צֶן] noun masculine bosom of a garment (Arabic , Ethiopic also Syriac bosom (= *), see Hoffm^{ZMG 1878, 753} Lag^{M ii. 361 ff.}; BN 46 f.; on this word and following see Ba^{NB 120; ZMG 1889, 183}) — שֶׁלּאֹ מִלֵּא כַמּוֺ קוֺצֵר וְחִצְנוֺ מְעַמֵּר Psalm 129:7 (grass) with which a reaper filleth not his hand, nor a binder his bosom.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to enclose.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct one-to-one correspondence between Strong's Hebrew Number 2683 and a specific Greek entry. However, the concept of the bosom in the New Testament is often represented by the Greek word κόλπος (kolpos), which is Strong's Greek Number 2859. This term is used in similar contexts to describe the chest or bosom, particularly in passages like John 1:18, where it refers to the intimate relationship between the Father and the Son.

Usage: The term חֵצֶן is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote the bosom or chest area, often symbolizing intimacy, care, or protection. It is a figurative expression for closeness or affection.

Context: The Hebrew word חֵצֶן (chêtzen) appears in the context of describing the bosom, a part of the body that signifies closeness and affection. In ancient Hebrew culture, the bosom was often seen as a place of safety and warmth, where one might hold a child or a loved one. This term is used metaphorically in the Scriptures to convey the idea of being held close or cherished.

In the Berean Standard Bible, the concept of the bosom is illustrated in various passages, often highlighting the intimate relationship between individuals or between God and His people. For example, the bosom is depicted as a place of comfort and security, where one might find solace and love.

The imagery of the bosom is also used to describe the relationship between God and His followers, emphasizing the nurturing and protective nature of God's love. This metaphorical use underscores the deep connection and care that God extends to His people, inviting them to rest in His embrace.

Forms and Transliterations

וְחִצְנ֥וֹ וחצנו vechitzNo wə·ḥiṣ·nōw wəḥiṣnōw

Englishman's Concordance

Psalm 129:7
HEB: כַפּ֥וֹ קוֹצֵ֗ר וְחִצְנ֥וֹ מְעַמֵּֽר׃
NAS: Or the binder of sheaves his bosom;
KJV: nor he that bindeth sheaves his bosom.
INT: his hand the reaper his bosom the binder

1 Occurrence

Strong's Hebrew 2683
1 Occurrence

wə·ḥiṣ·nōw — 1 Occ.