Original Word: בֶּן־חֶסֶד
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Ben-chesed
Pronunciation: ben-kheh'-sed
Phonetic Spelling: (ben-kheh'-sed)
Definition: Ben-chesed
Meaning: Ben-Chesed

Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew words בֶּן (ben), meaning "son of," and חֶסֶד (chesed), meaning "kindness" or "loving-kindness."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Greek equivalents for the proper name Ben-chesed, as it is specific to the Hebrew text and context of the Old Testament.

Usage: Ben-chesed is a proper name used in the Old Testament. It refers to one of King Solomon's twelve district governors, who were responsible for providing provisions for the king and his household. The name itself can be interpreted as "son of kindness" or "son of loving-kindness," reflecting a possible characteristic or the reputation of his family.

Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near Eastern context, names often carried significant meaning and were sometimes indicative of a person's character or the aspirations of their parents. The role of district governors during Solomon's reign was crucial for maintaining the kingdom's prosperity and stability. These officials were tasked with collecting taxes and resources from their respective regions to support the royal court. Ben-chesed's position highlights the organized administrative structure of Solomon's kingdom, which was known for its wealth and wisdom.

Word Origin
from ben and chesed
Definition
"son of mercy," one of Solomon's leaders
NASB Translation
Ben-hesed (1).

בֶּןחֶֿ֫סֶד proper name, masculine (son of mercy) an officer of Solomon 1 Kings 4:10.

the son of Hesed

From ben and checed; son of kindness; Ben- Chesed, an Israelite -- the son of Hesed.

see HEBREW ben

see HEBREW checed

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