Strong's Concordance/Hebrew/H2397

Strong's H2397 · Hebrew

חָח

châch · /khawkh/

Number
H2397
Language
Hebrew
Original word
חָח
Transliteration
châch
Pronunciation
khawkh
KJV occurrences
7 verses

Definition

a ring for the nose (or lips)

KJV: bracelet, chain, hook.

Root / derivation: once (Ezekiel 29:4) חָחִי; from the same as H2336 (חוֹחַ);

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered חָח across 7 verses.

chains2×
hook2×
hooks2×
bracelets1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Exodus1 verse
2 Kings1 verse
Isaiah1 verse
Ezekiel4 verses

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's H2397 (châch) mean?

a ring for the nose (or lips)

How many times does H2397 appear in the Bible?

Strong's H2397 (חָח) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “chains.”

How is châch translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's H2397 is rendered as “chains” (2×), “hook” (2×), “hooks” (2×), “bracelets” (1×).

Where does the Hebrew word חָח come from?

once (Ezekiel 29:4) חָחִי; from the same as H2336 (חוֹחַ);