Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “שְׁחֵלֶת”
Understanding shᵉchêleth reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
apparently from the same as שַׁחַל through some obscure idea, perhaps that of peeling off by concussion of sound onycha....
H7827
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
שְׁחֵלֶת
Phoneticshekh-ay'-leth
Transliterationshᵉchêleth
Grammar Code
H:N-F
Hebrew Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
apparently from the same as שַׁחַל through some obscure idea, perhaps that of peeling off by concussion of sound onycha. - a scale or shell, i.e. the aromatic mussel. 1) onycha 1a) an ingredient used in the holy incense
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Exodus 30:34 | “And the Lord said unto Moses, Take unto thee sweet spices, stacte, and onycha, and galbanum; these sweet spices with pure frankincense: of each shall there be a like weight:” Word: שְׁחֵלֶת (shᵉchêleth) |