Lexicon shillesh: To do something a third time, to divide into thirds, or to triple. Original Word: שִׁלֵּשׁ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance third generation From shalash; a descendant of the third degree, i.e. Great grandchild -- third (generation). see HEBREW shalash NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as shalosh Definition pertaining to the third NASB Translation third (5). Brown-Driver-Briggs II. [שִׁלֵּשׁ] adjective pertaining to the third; — only masculine plural as substantive שִׁלֵּשִׁים those of third Generation (grandsons); ׳בְּנֵי שׁ Genesis 50:23 (E) sons of those of third Generation, i.e. great-grandsons (see KöSK 1898, 533 ff.); וְעַלרִֿבֵּעִים ׳עַלבָּֿנִים עַלשֿׁ Exodus 20:5 (E; see [ רִבֵּעַ]} = Deuteronomy 5:9; Numbers 14:18, compare Exodus 34:7 (both J). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root שָׁלַשׁ (shalash), which means "to do a third time" or "to divide into three parts."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G859 (ἀφίημι, aphiemi): While not directly related in meaning, this Greek term is often associated with the concept of "forgiveness" or "release," which can metaphorically relate to the idea of releasing or continuing a family line through generations. Usage: This term is used in the context of genealogies and family lineage to denote a descendant who is three generations removed from an ancestor. Context: The Hebrew term שִׁלֵּשׁ (shillesh) is a noun that appears in the context of familial relationships, specifically indicating a great grandchild. The concept of generational lineage is significant in the Hebrew Bible, where family heritage and the continuation of a family line are often emphasized. The term is derived from the root שָׁלַשׁ (shalash), which conveys the idea of "three" or "third," underscoring the generational aspect of the word. In the ancient Near Eastern context, maintaining a record of one's descendants was crucial for inheritance rights, tribal affiliation, and fulfilling covenantal promises. The use of שִׁלֵּשׁ highlights the importance of family continuity and the blessings associated with a multi-generational legacy. Forms and Transliterations שִׁלֵּשִׁ֑ים שִׁלֵּשִׁ֖ים שִׁלֵּשִׁ֥ים שלשים shilleShim šil·lê·šîm šillêšîmLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Genesis 50:23 HEB: לְאֶפְרַ֔יִם בְּנֵ֖י שִׁלֵּשִׁ֑ים גַּ֗ם בְּנֵ֤י NAS: saw the third generation of Ephraim's KJV: children of the third [generation]: the children INT: of Ephraim's sons the third also the sons Exodus 20:5 Exodus 34:7 Numbers 14:18 Deuteronomy 5:9 5 Occurrences |
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