Strong’s H2491
חָלָל
Part of speech
noun masculine; Adjective
Transliteration
chalal
Pronunciation
khaw-LAWL
Definition
Slain, pierced, wounded, dead
Meaning
pierced, polluted
Usage
The Hebrew word "chalal" primarily refers to someone who has been slain or killed, often in the context of battle or violence. It can also imply being wounded or pierced. The term is used to describe those who have fallen in combat or have been struck down by violence. In some contexts, it can also carry the connotation of being defiled or profaned, though this is more directly related to the root verb חָלַל.
Bible references
Genesis 34:27;Leviticus 21:7;Leviticus 21:14;Numbers 19:16;Numbers 19:18;Numbers 23:24;Numbers 31:8;Numbers 31:19;Deuteronomy 21:1;Deuteronomy 21:2;Deuteronomy 21:3;Deuteronomy 21:6;Deuteronomy 32:42;Joshua 11:6;Joshua 13:22;Judges 9:40;Judges 16:24;Judges 20:31;Judges 20:39;1 Samuel 17:52;1 Samuel 31:1;1 Samuel 31:8;2 Samuel 1:19;2 Samuel 1:22;2 Samuel 1:25