Strong's Lexicon shekol: Bereavement, loss, childlessness Original Word: שְׁכוֹל Word Origin: Derived from the root שָׁכַל (shakal), which means "to be bereaved" or "to suffer loss." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with the concept of bereavement or loss is "ἀπορία" (Strong's Greek 640), which can mean "perplexity" or "distress," though it does not directly translate the specific sense of childlessness. Usage: The Hebrew word "shekol" primarily refers to the state of being bereaved, particularly in the context of losing children. It conveys a deep sense of loss and mourning, often associated with the profound grief experienced by parents who have lost a child. The term can also extend to a broader sense of loss or deprivation. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, children were considered a blessing and a sign of God's favor. The loss of a child was not only a personal tragedy but also carried social and spiritual implications. It was often seen as a sign of divine displeasure or judgment. The concept of "shekol" reflects the deep emotional and communal impact of such a loss, highlighting the importance of family and lineage in the cultural and religious life of the Israelites. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom shakol Definition bereavement, loss of children NASB Translation bereavement (1), loss of children (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs שְׁכוֺל noun [masculine] bereavement, loss of children; — ׳לֹא אֵדַע שׁ Isaiah 47:8 ("" אַלְמָנָה), compare Isaiah 47:9; figurative Psalm 35:12. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance loss of children, spoiling Infinitive of shakol; bereavement -- loss of children, spoiling. see HEBREW shakol Forms and Transliterations שְׁכ֣וֹל שְׁכֽוֹל׃ שכול שכול׃ šə·ḵō·wl šəḵōwl sheCholLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 35:12 HEB: תַּ֥חַת טוֹבָ֗ה שְׁכ֣וֹל לְנַפְשִֽׁי׃ NAS: for good, [To] the bereavement of my soul. KJV: for good [to] the spoiling of my soul. INT: Thahash good the bereavement of my soul Isaiah 47:8 Isaiah 47:9 3 Occurrences |
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