6768. Tseleq
Lexicon
Tseleq: Scar, wound

Original Word: צֶלֶק
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Tseleq
Pronunciation: tseh'-lek
Phonetic Spelling: (tseh'-lek)
Definition: Scar, wound
Meaning: Tselek

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
Zelek

From an unused root meaning to split; fissure; Tselek, an Israelite -- Zelek.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
of uncertain derivation
Definition
an Ammonite hero of David
NASB Translation
Zelek (2).

Brown-Driver-Briggs
צֶ֫לֶק proper name, masculine Ammonite hero of David 2 Samuel 23:37 = 1 Chronicles 11:39, Ελειε, Σελ (λ) η (κ), Σαλααδ, etc.

צִלְּתַי see III. צלל. P.853

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to split or divide.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Strong's Greek entries for the proper noun Tselek, as it is a specific Hebrew name without a direct Greek equivalent in the Septuagint or New Testament texts.

Usage: Tselek is used as a proper name for a descendant of Jerahmeel, a member of the tribe of Judah.

Context: Tselek is mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah. Specifically, he is listed as one of the sons of Jerahmeel, who was the firstborn of Hezron. This places Tselek within the broader context of the genealogies that trace the lineage of the tribe of Judah, which is significant in the biblical narrative due to its association with King David and ultimately, the Messiah.
• The mention of Tselek is found in 1 Chronicles 2:39, where the genealogical records provide insight into the familial lines and heritage of the tribe of Judah. These records are crucial for understanding the historical and theological significance of the tribe within the narrative of the Hebrew Scriptures.
• The name Tselek itself, while not elaborated upon in terms of deeds or specific stories, contributes to the rich tapestry of names that form the genealogical history of Israel. Each name in these records serves to affirm the continuity and faithfulness of God's promises to His people through the generations.

Forms and Transliterations
צֶ֖לֶק צלק ṣe·leq ṣeleq Tzelek
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Englishman's Concordance
2 Samuel 23:37
HEB: צֶ֖לֶק הָעַמֹּנִ֑י ס
NAS: Zelek the Ammonite, Naharai
KJV: Zelek the Ammonite, Naharai
INT: Zelek the Ammonite Naharai

1 Chronicles 11:39
HEB: צֶ֖לֶק הָעַמּוֹנִ֑י נַחְרַי֙
NAS: Zelek the Ammonite, Naharai
KJV: Zelek the Ammonite, Naharai
INT: Zelek the Ammonite Naharai

2 Occurrences

Strong's Hebrew 6768
2 Occurrences


ṣe·leq — 2 Occ.















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