Original Word: חֲתֻנָּה
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: chathunnah
Pronunciation: kha-toon-nah
Phonetic Spelling: (khath-oon-naw')
Definition: Marriage, wedding
Meaning: a wedding

espousal

From chathan; a wedding -- espousal.

see HEBREW chathan

Word Origin
from the same as chathan
Definition
a marriage, wedding
NASB Translation
wedding (1).

[חֲתֻנָּה] noun feminine marriage, wedding (Late Hebrew חִיתּוּן id.; Aramaic חִיתּוּנָא id.; Arabic marriage-alliance, marriage) — only בְּיוֺם חֲתֻנָּתו Songs 3:11 on the day of his marriage.

Word Origin: Derived from the root חָתַן (chathan), which means "to give away in marriage" or "to intermarry."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G1062: γάμος (gamos) • Refers to a wedding or marriage feast.
• G3567: νυμφών (nymphōn) • Refers to the bridal chamber or the place of the wedding celebration.

These Greek terms capture similar themes of celebration and union found in the Hebrew concept of חֲתֻנָּה, emphasizing the joyous and communal aspects of marriage.

Usage: This word is used in the context of a wedding or marriage celebration, emphasizing the ceremonial aspect of the union.

Context: חֲתֻנָּה (chathunnah) is a noun that appears in the Hebrew Bible to denote a wedding or marriage ceremony. The term is rooted in the cultural and religious practices of ancient Israel, where marriage was not only a personal or familial affair but also a community event with significant social and religious implications. The wedding ceremony was a pivotal moment in the life of the community, symbolizing the joining of two families and the continuation of lineage and heritage. The concept of חֲתֻנָּה encompasses various elements of the wedding celebration, including the betrothal, the procession, and the feast. It reflects the covenantal nature of marriage as understood in the Hebrew Scriptures, where marriage is seen as a sacred bond instituted by God. The term is closely related to the role of the bridegroom (חָתָן, chathan) and the bride, highlighting the mutual commitment and joy associated with the marital union.

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