חֵֽלְכָה

che.le.kahhelplessHow to read Hebrew
hebrewOld TestamentAdjective3 occurrences1 book3 verses

Definition

or חֵלְכָה; apparently from an unused root probably meaning to be dark or (figuratively) unhappy; a wretch, i.e. unfortunate
Traditional renderings: poor.

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

3 total
  1. Psalm 10:8לְֽחֵלְכָ֥ה · for the helpless
    He lies in wait near the villages; in ambush he slays the innocent; his eyes watch in stealth for the helpless.
  2. Psalm 10:10חֶלְכָּאִים׃ · the helpless
    They are crushed and beaten down; the helpless fall prey to his strength.
  3. Psalm 10:14חֵלֶ֑כָה · The victim
    But You have regarded trouble and grief; You see to repay it by Your hand. The victim entrusts himself to You; You are the helper of the fatherless.