Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “רָקַב”
Understanding râqab reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
rot. - to decay (as by worm-eating) 1) (Qal) to rot
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
רָקַב
Phoneticraw-kab'
Transliterationrâqab
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
rot. - to decay (as by worm-eating) 1) (Qal) to rot
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Proverbs 10:7 | “The memory of the just is blessed: but the name of the wicked shall rot.” Word: רָקַב (râqab) | |
| Isaiah 40:20 | “He that is so impoverished that he hath no oblation chooseth a tree that will not rot; he seeketh unto him a cunning workman to prepare a graven image, that shall not be moved.” Word: רָקַב (râqab) |