Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “רָפַד”
Understanding râphad reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
comfort, make (a bed), spread. - to spread (a bed) - by implication, to refresh 1) to spread 1a) (Qal) to spread 1b) (Pi...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
רָפַד
Phoneticraw-fad'
Transliterationrâphad
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
comfort, make (a bed), spread. - to spread (a bed) - by implication, to refresh 1) to spread 1a) (Qal) to spread 1b) (Piel) to spread out, support
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Job 17:13 | “If I wait, the grave is mine house: I have made my bed in the darkness.” Word: רָפַד (râphad) | |
| Job 41:30 | “Sharp stones are under him: he spreadeth sharp pointed things upon the mire.” Word: רָפַד (râphad) | |
| Song of Solomon 2:5 | “Stay me with flagons, comfort me with apples: for I am sick of love.” Word: רָפַד (râphad) |
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