Strong’s H2497

חֵלןֹ

Part of speech

Proper Name Masculine

Transliteration

Chelon

Pronunciation

kheh-lone'

Definition

Tortoise

Meaning

Chelon

Usage

The term "Chelon" refers to a tortoise or turtle, specifically mentioned in the context of unclean animals in the Old Testament. It is used to describe a creature that is considered unclean for consumption according to the dietary laws given to the Israelites.

Bible references

Numbers 1:9;Numbers 2:7;Numbers 7:24;Numbers 7:29;Numbers 10:16