Strong's Lexicon challuq: Garment, Tunic Original Word: חַלֻּק Word Origin: Derived from the root חָלַק (chalak), meaning "to divide" or "to apportion." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint and New Testament for similar garments is χιτών (chitōn), Strong's Greek #5509, referring to a tunic or inner garment. Usage: The term "challûq" refers to a type of garment, often understood as a tunic or robe. In biblical times, it was a basic piece of clothing worn by both men and women, typically as an undergarment or a simple outer garment. The challuq was a common attire, signifying modesty and simplicity. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, clothing was not only functional but also symbolic. The challuq, as a basic garment, was essential for daily life. It was typically made of wool or linen and varied in quality and decoration based on the wearer's social status. The simplicity of the challuq reflects the modest lifestyle encouraged in biblical teachings. Clothing also held ceremonial significance, as seen in the garments of priests and royalty. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom chalaq Definition smooth NASB Translation smooth (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [חַלֻּק] adjective smooth, only plural construct חַלֻּקֵי אֲבָנִים 1 Samuel 17:40 smooth ones of (among) stones = smooth (or smoothest ?) stones Ges§§ 132 R 2. 133, 3 DrSm. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance smooth From chalaq; smooth -- smooth. see HEBREW chalaq Forms and Transliterations חַלֻּקֵֽי־ חלקי־ challukei ḥal·lu·qê- ḥalluqê-Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Samuel 17:40 HEB: ל֣וֹ חֲמִשָּׁ֣ה חַלֻּקֵֽי־ אֲבָנִ֣ים ׀ מִן־ NAS: for himself five smooth stones KJV: him five smooth stones INT: and chose five smooth stones from 1 Occurrence |
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