◄ 7212. reith or reuth ►
Berean Strong's Lexicon
reith or reuth: Friendship, companionship, association

Original Word: רֵעוּת (reith or reuth)
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: reith or reuth
Pronunciation: ray-uth
Phonetic Spelling: (reh-eeth')
Definition: Friendship, companionship, association
Meaning: sight

Word Origin: Derived from the root רֵעַ (rea), meaning "friend" or "companion."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent for the concept of friendship can be found in words like φιλία (philia), which denotes love or affection between friends, and φίλος (philos), meaning "friend."

Usage: The Hebrew word רֵעוּת (reith or reuth) primarily denotes the concept of friendship or companionship. It is used to describe the bond or relationship between individuals who share mutual affection and support. This term emphasizes the importance of loyalty, trust, and shared experiences in a relationship.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, friendship was a significant aspect of social life. Relationships were often formed within the context of family, tribe, or community, and they played a crucial role in providing support and security. Friendships were not only personal but also had social and economic implications, as alliances and partnerships were often formed through these bonds. The concept of friendship in the Hebrew Bible reflects the values of loyalty, faithfulness, and mutual respect.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from raah
Definition
a look
NASB Translation
look* (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs
רְאוּת noun feminine look; — construct רְאוּת עֵינָיו Ecclesiastes 5:10 Qr (Kt ראית).

ראית see רְאוּת. above



Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
beholding

From ra'ah; sight -- beholding.

see HEBREW ra'ah

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