Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “רֵעֶה”
Understanding rêʻeh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
friend. - a (male) companion 1) friend, friend of the king (technical sense)
H7463
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
רֵעֶה
Phoneticray-eh'
Transliterationrêʻeh
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
friend. - a (male) companion 1) friend, friend of the king (technical sense)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Samuel 15:37 | “So Hushai David’s friend came into the city, and Absalom came into Jerusalem. ” Word: רֵעֶה (rêʻeh) | |
| 2 Samuel 16:16 | “And it came to pass, when Hushai the Archite, David’s friend, was come unto Absalom, that Hushai said unto Absalom, God save the king, God save the king.” Word: רֵעֶה (rêʻeh) | |
| 1 Kings 4:5 | “And Azariah the son of Nathan was over the officers: and Zabud the son of Nathan was principal officer, and the king’s friend:” Word: רֵעֶה (rêʻeh) |