2711. cheqeq

Lexicon

cheqeq: Decree, statute, ordinance

Original Word: חֵקֶק
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: cheqeq
Pronunciation: khay'-kek
Phonetic Spelling: (khay'-kek)
Definition: Decree, statute, ordinance
Meaning: an enactment, a resolution

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

decree, thought

From chaqaq; an enactment, a resolution -- decree, thought.

see HEBREW chaqaq

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
the same as choq, q.v.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the root חָקַק (chaqaq), which means "to engrave" or "to inscribe."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • The Greek equivalent for חֵקֶק (cheqeq) in the Septuagint and the New Testament context is often found in terms like νόμος (nomos), which means "law," or διάταγμα (diatagma), meaning "decree" or "ordinance." These Greek terms capture the essence of a binding legal or moral obligation, similar to the Hebrew concept of a statute or enactment.

Usage: The term חֵקֶק (cheqeq) is used in the Hebrew Bible to refer to a formal decree or statute, often in the context of laws or regulations that are established and meant to be followed by a community or nation.

Context: • The term חֵקֶק (cheqeq) appears in the Hebrew Bible as a noun that signifies a formal decree or statute. It is closely related to the concept of laws that are inscribed or engraved, indicating their permanence and authority. The root חָקַק (chaqaq) suggests the act of engraving, which metaphorically extends to the establishment of laws that are meant to be enduring and unchangeable.
• In the context of biblical usage, חֵקֶק (cheqeq) is often associated with divine laws or decrees given by God to the people of Israel. These statutes are seen as binding and authoritative, reflecting the covenantal relationship between God and His people.
• The term is used in various passages to emphasize the importance of adhering to these divine decrees. For example, in the context of the laws given to the Israelites, חֵקֶק (cheqeq) underscores the necessity of obedience to God's commands as a demonstration of faithfulness and devotion.
• The concept of חֵקֶק (cheqeq) also highlights the role of leaders and authorities in establishing and enforcing these decrees, ensuring that the community lives in accordance with the divine will.

Forms and Transliterations

חִקְקֵי־ חקקי־ chikkei ḥiq·qê- ḥiqqê-

Englishman's Concordance

Judges 5:15
HEB: רְאוּבֵ֔ן גְּדֹלִ֖ים חִקְקֵי־ לֵֽב׃
KJV: [there were] great thoughts of heart.
INT: of Reuben great thoughts of heart

Isaiah 10:1
HEB: ה֥וֹי הַחֹֽקְקִ֖ים חִקְקֵי־ אָ֑וֶן וּֽמְכַתְּבִ֥ים
KJV: unrighteous decrees, and that write
INT: Woe enact decrees evil record

2 Occurrences

Strong's Hebrew 2711
2 Occurrences

ḥiq·qê- — 2 Occ.