Original Word: חֶסֶד
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Checed
Pronunciation: kheh'-sed
Phonetic Spelling: (kheh'-sed)
Definition: Chesed
Meaning: Chesed is a proper noun used in the Hebrew Bible, referring to a person or a group associated with a specific lineage or region.

Word Origin: Derived from the root חָסַד (chasad), which means to be kind or to show mercy.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for the proper noun Chesed in the Septuagint or New Testament. However, the concept of loving-kindness, often associated with the common noun חֶסֶד, can be related to Greek terms such as ἔλεος (eleos, Strong's Greek 1656), meaning "mercy," or χάρις (charis, Strong's Greek 5485), meaning "grace."

Usage: The term "Chesed" is used in the context of genealogies and tribal affiliations within the Old Testament. It is not to be confused with the common noun חֶסֶד (chesed), which means "loving-kindness" or "mercy."

Context: • Chesed is mentioned in the genealogical records of the descendants of Nahor, Abraham's brother. In Genesis 22:22, Chesed is listed as one of the sons of Nahor and Milcah. This reference places Chesed within the broader narrative of the patriarchal family lines, which are significant in understanding the ancestral roots of various tribes and peoples in the biblical narrative.
• The mention of Chesed in the genealogies highlights the interconnectedness of the families and tribes in the ancient Near East, providing context for the relationships and alliances that are often explored in the biblical text.
• The name Chesed itself, while a proper noun in this context, shares its form with the Hebrew word for "loving-kindness," which is a central theme in the Hebrew Scriptures, emphasizing God's covenantal love and mercy towards His people.

The same as checed: favor; Chesed, an Israelite -- Hesed.

see HEBREW checed