Strong’s H2513
חֶלְקָה
Part of speech
Noun Feminine
Transliteration
chelqah
Pronunciation
khel-kaw'
Definition
Portion, plot, parcel, territory
Meaning
smoothness, flattery, an allotment
Usage
The Hebrew word "chelqah" primarily refers to a portion of land or a plot. It is used in the context of land division, inheritance, and territorial boundaries. The term can denote a specific piece of land allocated to an individual or tribe, often as part of the inheritance system established in ancient Israel.
Bible references
Genesis 27:16;Genesis 33:19;Deuteronomy 33:21;Joshua 24:32;Ruth 2:3;Ruth 4:3;2 Samuel 14:30;2 Samuel 14:30;2 Samuel 14:31;2 Samuel 23:11;2 Samuel 23:12;2 Kings 3:19;2 Kings 3:25;2 Kings 9:21;2 Kings 9:25;2 Kings 9:26;2 Kings 9:26;1 Chronicles 11:13;1 Chronicles 11:14;Job 24:18;Psalm 12:2;Psalm 12:3;Psalm 73:18;Proverbs 6:24;Isaiah 30:10