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
H7469
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
רְעוּת
Phoneticreh-ooth'
Transliterationrᵉʻûwth
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
probably from רָעָה vexation. - a feeding upon, i.e. grasping after 1) longing, striving
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
7 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 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) |