הֶ֫לֶם (he.lem)
he.lem
Helem
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Helem, derived from the Hebrew root for striking or smiting, appears in the genealogies of the tribe of Asher. It occurs only once in the Bible, specifically in 1 Chronicles 7:35, where it identifies a descendant of Asher who is also known as Hotham.
This single occurrence places Helem within the detailed family records that trace the lineage of Israel’s twelve tribes. The name itself carries a sharp, active meaning, likely reflecting a characteristic or perhaps a hopeful wish for strength in one’s offspring.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Helem appears only once in Scripture, tucked inside the genealogies of Asher in 1 Chronicles 7:35. Its root suggests striking or smiting, evoking a sense of strength and resilience. In these family records, names are not just labels but markers of identity within God’s covenant people.
For you, this word reminds us that every name in the biblical record matters. Even obscure figures like Helem were part of the lineage through which God’s promises flowed. Your own story is woven into a larger narrative of faithfulness, where strength and heritage are gifts from God.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Helem1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- הֵ֖לֶם1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 7:35
The sons of Helem his brother: Zophah, Imna, Shelesh, and Amal.
This verse places Helem in the tribal lineage of Asher, showing how individual names contribute to the broader story of Israel's heritage.