Strong’s H2498

חָלַף

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

chalaph

Pronunciation

khaw-laf'

Definition

To pass, to change, to renew, to go through

Meaning

to slide by, to hasten away, pass on, spring up, pierce, change

Usage

The Hebrew verb "chalaph" primarily conveys the idea of passing or changing. It can refer to the physical act of passing by or through something, as well as the metaphorical sense of change or renewal. In various contexts, it can imply the transition from one state to another, such as the changing of garments, the renewal of strength, or the passage of time.

Bible references

Genesis 31:7;Genesis 31:41;Genesis 35:2;Genesis 41:14;Leviticus 27:10;Judges 5:26;1 Samuel 10:3;2 Samuel 12:20;Job 4:15;Job 9:11;Job 9:26;Job 11:10;Job 14:7;Job 20:24;Job 29:20;Psalm 90:5;Psalm 90:6;Psalm 102:26;Psalm 102:26;Songs 2:11;Isaiah 2:18;Isaiah 8:8;Isaiah 9:10;Isaiah 21:1;Isaiah 24:5