Strong’s H2461

חָלָב

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

chalab

Pronunciation

khaw-LAB

Definition

Milk

Meaning

milk

Usage

The Hebrew word "chalab" primarily refers to milk, a basic and essential food product in ancient times. It is often used in the context of sustenance and abundance, symbolizing nourishment and prosperity. In the Bible, "chalab" is frequently associated with the Promised Land, described as "a land flowing with milk and honey," indicating fertility and divine blessing.

Bible references

Genesis 18:8;Genesis 49:12;Exodus 3:8;Exodus 3:17;Exodus 13:5;Exodus 23:19;Exodus 33:3;Exodus 34:26;Leviticus 20:24;Numbers 13:27;Numbers 14:8;Numbers 16:13;Numbers 16:14;Deuteronomy 6:3;Deuteronomy 11:9;Deuteronomy 14:21;Deuteronomy 26:9;Deuteronomy 26:15;Deuteronomy 27:3;Deuteronomy 31:20;Deuteronomy 32:14;Joshua 5:6;Judges 4:19;Judges 5:25;1 Samuel 7:9