Strong’s H2470

חָלָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

chalah

Pronunciation

khaw-LAW

Definition

To be weak, sick, afflicted, grieved, or to entreat

Meaning

to be rubbed, worn, to be weak, sick, afflicted, to grieve, make sick, to stroke, entreat

Usage

The Hebrew verb "chalah" primarily conveys the idea of becoming weak or sick, both in a physical and metaphorical sense. It can refer to physical illness, emotional distress, or a state of vulnerability. Additionally, it is used to describe the act of entreating or pleading, often in a context of seeking favor or mercy.

Bible references

Genesis 48:1;Exodus 32:11;Deuteronomy 29:22;Judges 16:7;Judges 16:11;Judges 16:17;1 Samuel 13:12;1 Samuel 19:14;1 Samuel 22:8;1 Samuel 30:13;2 Samuel 13:2;2 Samuel 13:5;2 Samuel 13:6;1 Kings 13:6;1 Kings 13:6;1 Kings 14:1;1 Kings 14:5;1 Kings 15:23;1 Kings 17:17;1 Kings 22:34;2 Kings 1:2;2 Kings 8:7;2 Kings 8:29;2 Kings 13:4;2 Kings 13:14