Hebrew · H2509, G2850

חָלַק

Smooth (especially of tongue) · flattery

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חָלָק H2509 smooth (especially of tongue)

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κολακεία G2850 flattery

Pronunciation kolakeía

Flattery as insincere, manipulative praise aimed at gaining favor rather than speaking truth.

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What does חָלַק (chalaq) mean in the Bible?

חָלָק · κολακεία is a Hebrew phrase meaning "smooth speech used to manipulate or gain favor".

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What does חָלָק · κολακεία mean in the Bible?

חָלָק · κολακεία is a Hebrew phrase meaning "smooth speech used to manipulate or gain favor".

How many biblical occurrences are listed for H2509, G2850?

H2509, G2850 is connected to 4 lexical occurrence verses in the lexicon data.

Evidence Summary

Hebrew phrase. smooth speech used to manipulate or gain favor

Strong's H2509, G2850

Lexical occurrences 4 verses

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smooth speech used to manipulate or gain favor

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