תַּהֲלוּכָה (ta.ha.lu.khah)
ta.ha.lu.khah
procession
H:N-FQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- H:N-F
Word Overview
The Hebrew noun tahalukkah refers to a formal procession or march. It appears only once in the Old Testament, in Nehemiah 12:31, where it describes the organized groups moving through Jerusalem during the dedication of the city wall.
Its meaning is rooted in the idea of walking or traveling together as a group. In this specific context, it highlights the communal and celebratory nature of the event, rather than a military march or a solitary journey. The word emphasizes the collective movement of people participating in a significant religious ceremony.
This single usage provides a clear picture of how ancient Israelites marked important milestones with public displays of unity and worship. The term captures the physical act of moving together in a structured way, serving as a visible sign of their shared faith and community identity during a time of restoration.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word tahalukkah describes a formal procession, a group moving together with purpose and unity. In Nehemiah 12:31, it captures the joy of Israel rebuilding their walls. This was not a random gathering but an organized act of worship, showing how faith brings people into shared action.
For your life, this reminds us that worship often happens in community. We are not meant to walk alone. When we join others in praise or service, we reflect the strength of God’s people. This word invites you to see your own steps as part of a larger story of grace and restoration.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ processions1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- וְ/תַהֲלֻכֹ֤ת1×
Key Verses
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Nehemiah 12:31
Then I brought the princes of Judah up on the wall, and appointed two great companies who gave thanks and went in procession. One went on the right hand on the wall toward the dung gate;
The term describes the organized thanksgiving groups moving along the wall, highlighting communal worship during the city's dedication.