Original Word: חֶלְקַי
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Chelqay
Pronunciation: khel-KAI
Phonetic Spelling: (khel-kah'ee)
Definition: Chelqai
Meaning: Chelkai

Helkai

From chalaq; apportioned; Chelkai, an Israelite -- Helkai.

see HEBREW chalaq

Word Origin
from chalaq
Definition
an Isr. priest
NASB Translation
Helkai (1).

חֶלְקָ֑י proper name, masculine priest, time of Joiakim son of Jeshua, Nehemiah 12:15 (perhaps abbreviated for חלקיהו, (q. v.), ᵐ5^L Ξελκιας (B omitted)

Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root חָלַק (chalak), meaning "to divide" or "to share."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Strong's Greek entries for Chelkai, as it is a specific Hebrew proper noun without a direct Greek equivalent in the Septuagint or New Testament texts.

Usage: Chelkai is used as a proper noun, specifically as a personal name in the Hebrew Bible.

Context: Chelkai is a proper noun found in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the context of genealogical records. The name Chelkai appears in 1 Chronicles 27:10, where it is mentioned as part of the administrative structure established by King David. Chelkai is identified as the father of Helez, who was one of the leaders of the divisions of the army. This reference situates Chelkai within the broader narrative of David's organization of his kingdom, highlighting the importance of military and administrative roles in maintaining the stability and governance of Israel.

The name Chelkai, meaning "my portion," reflects a common practice in Hebrew naming conventions, where names often carry significant meanings or reflect personal or familial attributes. In the context of the biblical narrative, names like Chelkai may also convey theological or spiritual significance, suggesting a sense of divine providence or blessing.

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