Hebrew Word Study

The meaning of רְעוּת

Understanding rᵉʻûwth reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

probably from רָעָה vexation. - a feeding upon, i.e. grasping after 1) longing, striving

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רְעוּת

Phoneticreh-ooth'
Transliterationrᵉʻûwth
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
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probably from רָעָה vexation. - a feeding upon, i.e. grasping after 1) longing, striving

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

7 total references
ReferenceText
Ecclesiastes 2:26

For God giveth to a man that is good in his sight wisdom, and knowledge, and joy: but to the sinner he giveth travail, to gather and to heap up, that he may give to him that is good before God. This also is vanity and vexation of spirit.

Word: רְעוּת (rᵉʻûwth)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
7x
Most Frequent Book
Ecclesiastes
Book Distribution

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