◄ 5155. nechilah ►
Lexicon nechilah: Inheritance, possession Original Word: נְחִילָה Part of Speech: Noun Feminine Transliteration: nchiylah Pronunciation: ne-khee-LAH Phonetic Spelling: (nekh-ee-law') Definition: Inheritance, possession Meaning: a flute Strong's Exhaustive Concordance a flute Probably denominative from chaliyl; a flute -- (plural) Nehiloth. see HEBREW chaliyl NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin perhaps from chalil Definition perhaps flute (a musical instrument). Brown-Driver-Briggs [נְחִילָה] noun feminine meaning unknown; only; plural in phrase אֶלהַֿנְּחִילוֺת Psalm 5:1 (title); most conjecture = נְחִלּוֺת √חלל = חָלִיל flute; see against this BaeEinl. xi, who thinks (compare ᵐ5 ὑπὲρ τῆς Κληρονομούσης = אֶלהַֿנֹּחֶלֶת [compare ᵑ9], Jerome [Aq Symm] pro hereditatibus = אֶלהַֿנְּחָלֹת) possibly designation of a melody. II. נָחַל (√ of following; meaning unknown). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root נחל (nachal), which can mean to inherit or possess, but in this context, it is associated with the idea of a flowing or smooth sound, akin to the sound produced by a flute. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 836: αὐλός (aulos) • A reed instrument, similar to a flute, used in ancient Greek music. • Strong's Greek Number 4628: σῦριγξ (syrinx) • A pipe or flute, often associated with pastoral settings and music. These Greek terms reflect the similar cultural significance of wind instruments in both Hebrew and Greek traditions, emphasizing their role in music and worship. Usage: The term נְחִילָה is used in the context of musical instruments, specifically referring to a type of flute. It is mentioned in the context of worship and celebration, highlighting its role in ancient Hebrew music. Context: The Hebrew term נְחִילָה (nechilah) appears in the context of musical worship in the Hebrew Bible. The flute, as indicated by this term, was an integral part of the musical ensemble used in religious ceremonies and celebrations. The instrument's ability to produce a flowing, melodious sound made it suitable for both joyous occasions and solemn worship settings. In the ancient Near Eastern culture, flutes were often crafted from materials such as wood, bone, or metal, and they varied in size and pitch. The use of the flute in biblical times underscores the importance of music in spiritual and communal life, serving as a means to express emotion and enhance the worship experience. The specific mention of נְחִילָה in the scriptures highlights its significance and the skill required to play it, reflecting the broader cultural appreciation for music and artistry in ancient Israel. Forms and Transliterations הַנְּחִיל֗וֹת הנחילות han·nə·ḥî·lō·wṯ hannechiLot hannəḥîlōwṯ Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Psalm 5:1 HEB: לַמְנַצֵּ֥חַ אֶֽל־ הַנְּחִיל֗וֹת מִזְמ֥וֹר לְדָוִֽד׃ KJV: <upon Nehiloth, A Psalm INT: Musician upon Nehiloth A Psalm of David 1 Occurrence Strong's Hebrew 5155 1 Occurrence han·nə·ḥî·lō·wṯ — 1 Occ.