Strong's Lexicon Chen: Grace, favor, charm Original Word: חֵן Word Origin: Derived from the root חָנַן (chanan), which means "to be gracious" or "to show favor." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G5485 (χάρις, charis) – Often translated as "grace" in the New Testament, reflecting a similar concept of unmerited favor and kindness. Usage: The Hebrew word "chen" primarily denotes grace or favor. It is often used to describe the unmerited favor or kindness that one person shows to another. In the context of God's relationship with humanity, "chen" signifies the grace that God extends to His people, often in the form of protection, provision, or forgiveness. It can also refer to the charm or attractiveness that makes a person favorable in the eyes of others. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, "chen" was a significant concept, reflecting the social and religious values of the time. Favor and grace were essential in maintaining relationships, whether between individuals or between God and His people. The idea of grace was not just a passive quality but an active force that could change circumstances and relationships. In the context of the covenant, God's grace was seen as a foundational aspect of His dealings with Israel, underscoring His mercy and loving-kindness. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom chanan Definition "favor," a contemporary of Zerubbabel NASB Translation Hen (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs II. חֵן proper name, masculine (favour) — contemporary of Zerubbabel Zechariah 6:14, so RV SS We, but RVm Ew Hi Ke Or grace, favour, kindness. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Hen The same as chen; grace; Chen, a figurative name for an Israelite -- Hen. see HEBREW chen Forms and Transliterations וּלְחֵ֖ן ולחן ū·lə·ḥên uleChen ūləḥênLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Zechariah 6:14 HEB: וּלְטוֹבִיָּ֣ה וְלִידַֽעְיָ֔ה וּלְחֵ֖ן בֶּן־ צְפַנְיָ֑ה NAS: Jedaiah and Hen the son KJV: and to Jedaiah, and to Hen the son INT: Tobijah Jedaiah and Hen the son of Zephaniah 1 Occurrence |
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