Strong's Lexicon Chelqay: Chelqai Original Word: חֶלְקַי Word Origin: Derived from the root חָלַק (chalak), meaning "to divide" or "to share." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for the name Chelqay, the concept of "portion" or "inheritance" can be related to Greek words such as κλῆρος (klēros), meaning "lot" or "inheritance," as seen in passages discussing divine inheritance or allotment. Usage: Chelqay is a proper noun used as a personal name in the Hebrew Bible. The name is understood to mean "my portion" or "my share," reflecting a sense of inheritance or divine allotment. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, names often carried significant meanings and were sometimes reflective of personal characteristics, divine promises, or familial heritage. The root חָלַק (chalak) is associated with the division of land or inheritance, which was a critical aspect of Israelite society, as land was tied to identity, sustenance, and divine promise. The name Chelqay may imply a connection to one's portion or inheritance from God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom chalaq Definition an Isr. priest NASB Translation Helkai (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs חֶלְקָ֑י proper name, masculine priest, time of Joiakim son of Jeshua, Nehemiah 12:15 (perhaps abbreviated for חלקיהו, (q. v.), ᵐ5L Ξελκιας (B omitted) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Helkai From chalaq; apportioned; Chelkai, an Israelite -- Helkai. see HEBREW chalaq Forms and Transliterations חֶלְקָֽי׃ חלקי׃ chelKai ḥel·qāy ḥelqāyLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Nehemiah 12:15 HEB: עַדְנָ֔א לִמְרָי֖וֹת חֶלְקָֽי׃ NAS: Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai; KJV: Adna; of Meraioth, Helkai; INT: Adna of Meraioth Helkai 1 Occurrence |
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