Lexical Definition
צֶלֶק Tseleq (tseh'-lek) Zelek N:N-M-P
from an unused root meaning to split; fissure
Zelek.
- § Zelek = "fissure"
- Tselek, an Israelite
1) an Ammonite and a warrior for David
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| צֶ֖לֶק | Zelek | 2Sam.23.37 • 1Chr.11.39 |
| Σελλήκ | Zelek | LXX.1Chr.11.39 |
| Σελήκ | Zelek | LXX.2Sam.23.37 |
Extended Information
- A man of the Ammonites living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.37
Brown-Driver-Briggs
צֶ֫לֶק proper name, masculine Ammonite hero of David 2Sam 23:37 = 1Chr 11:39, Ελειε, Σελ (λ) η (κ), Σαλααδ, etc. צִלְּתַי see III. צלל. P.853
Brown-Driver-Briggs References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| 2 Samuel | 23:37 |
| 1 Chronicles | 11:39 |
Profile
Male • David's warrior • Ammonite, one of David's mighty men
Ammonite living at the time of United Monarchy
Zelek the Ammonite was one of David's mighty men (2Sa.23.37; 1Ch.11.39).
- A man of the Ammonites living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.37;
- only referred to as Zelek צֶלֶק.
Zelek was an Ammonite who was counted among David's mighty men, the elite group of warriors who fought alongside him. He is mentioned in the lists of David's mighty men in both 2 Samuel and 1 Chronicles. The fact that an Ammonite was included among David's most trusted soldiers is significant, as the Ammonites were often enemies of Israel. Zelek's presence in this group suggests that he had proven his loyalty and skill in battle.
All entries for Zelek: צֶלֶק