The meaning of “רָקִיעַ”
Understanding râqîyaʻ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
firmament. - properly, an expanse, i.e. the firmament or (apparently) visible arch of the sky 1) extended surface (solid...
רָקִיעַ
firmament. - properly, an expanse, i.e. the firmament or (apparently) visible arch of the sky 1) extended surface (solid), expanse, firmament 1a) expanse (flat as base, support) 1b) firmament (of vault of heaven supporting waters above) 1b1) considered by Hebrews as solid and supporting 'waters' above
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 1:14 | “And God said, Let there be lights in the firmament of the heaven to divide the day from the night; and let them be for signs, and for seasons, and for days, and years:” Word: רָקִיעַ (râqîyaʻ) | |
| Psalms 150:1 | “Praise ye the Lord. Praise God in his sanctuary: praise him in the firmament of his power.” Word: רָקִיעַ (râqîyaʻ) | |
| Ezekiel 1:25 | “And there was a voice from the firmament that was over their heads, when they stood, and had let down their wings.” Word: רָקִיעַ (râqîyaʻ) | |
| Daniel 12:3 | “And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.” Word: רָקִיעַ (râqîyaʻ) |
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