Strong's H1983 · Hebrew
הֲלָךְ
hălâk · /hal-awk'/
Definition
properly, a journey, i.e. (by implication) toll on goods at aroad
KJV: custom.
Root / derivation: (Aramaic) from H1981 (הֲלַךְ);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered הֲלָךְ across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Ezra3 verses
Be it known now unto the king, that, if this city be builded, and the walls set up again, then will they not pay toll, tribute, and custom, and so thou shalt endamage the revenue of the kings. pay: Chal. give revenue: or, strength
Ezra 4:20There have been mighty kings also over Jerusalem, which have ruled over all countries beyond the river; and toll, tribute, and custom, was paid unto them.
Ezra 7:24Also we certify you, that touching any of the priests and Levites, singers, porters, Nethinims, or ministers of this house of God, it shall not be lawful to impose toll, tribute, or custom, upon them.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H1983 (hălâk) mean?
properly, a journey, i.e. (by implication) toll on goods at aroad
How many times does H1983 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H1983 (הֲלָךְ) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “custom.”
How is hălâk translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H1983 is rendered as “custom” (3×).
Where does the Hebrew word הֲלָךְ come from?
(Aramaic) from H1981 (הֲלַךְ);