Strong's H2596 · Hebrew
חָנַךְ
chânak · /khaw-nak'/
Number
H2596
Language
Hebrew
Original word
חָנַךְ
Transliteration
chânak
Pronunciation
khaw-nak'
KJV occurrences
4 verses
Definition
properly, to narrow; figuratively, to initiate or discipline
KJV: dedicate, train up.
Root / derivation: a primitive root; (compare H2614 (חָנַק))
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered חָנַךְ across 4 verses.
dedicated3×
dedicate1×
up1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H2596 (chânak) mean?
properly, to narrow; figuratively, to initiate or discipline
How many times does H2596 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H2596 (חָנַךְ) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “dedicated.”
How is chânak translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H2596 is rendered as “dedicated” (3×), “dedicate” (1×), “up” (1×).
Where does the Hebrew word חָנַךְ come from?
a primitive root; (compare H2614 (חָנַק))