The meaning of “רָוַח”
Understanding râvach reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
be refreshed, large. - properly, to breathe freely, i.e. revive - by implication, to have ample room 1) to be wide, be s...
רָוַח
be refreshed, large. - properly, to breathe freely, i.e. revive - by implication, to have ample room 1) to be wide, be spacious, breathe 1a) (Qal) to breathe easily, be relieved 1b) (Pual) spacious (participle)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Samuel 16:23 | “And it came to pass, when the evil spirit from God was upon Saul, that David took an harp, and played with his hand: so Saul was refreshed, and was well, and the evil spirit departed from him. ” Word: רָוַח (râvach) | |
| Job 32:20 | “I will speak, that I may be refreshed: I will open my lips and answer.” Word: רָוַח (râvach) | |
| Jeremiah 22:14 | “That saith, I will build me a wide house and large chambers, and cutteth him out windows; and it is cieled with cedar, and painted with vermilion.” Word: רָוַח (râvach) |