Word Study
The meaning of “חֵן”
Understanding chên reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
H2580
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
חֵן
Phonetickhane
Transliterationchên
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
favour, grace(-ious), pleasant, precious, (well-) favoured. - graciousness, i.e. subjective (kindness, favor) or objective (beauty) 1) favour, grace, charm 1a) favour, grace, elegance 1b) favour, acceptance
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
66 total references
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
66x
Most Frequent Book
Genesis
Book Distribution
Genesis14
Exodus8
Numbers3
Deuteronomy1
Judges1
Ruth3
1 Samuel6
2 Samuel3
1 Kings1
Esther6
Psalms2
Proverbs13
Ecclesiastes2
Jeremiah1
Zechariah2
Devotional Reflection
How does the original Hebrew meaning of 'חֵן' deepen your understanding of Genesis 33:15?