7226. raashoth
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raashoth: Beginnings, first things, chief things

Original Word: רַאֲשׁת
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: ra'ashoth
Pronunciation: rah-ah-SHOTH
Phonetic Spelling: (rah-ash-oth')
Definition: Beginnings, first things, chief things
Meaning: a pillow

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
bolster

From ro'sh; a pillow (being for the head) -- bolster.

see HEBREW ro'sh

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
the same as marashah, q.v.

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from the root רֹאשׁ (rosh), meaning "head."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: Strong's Greek Number 4763: προσκεφάλαιον (proskephalaion) • a pillow or cushion for the head.
Strong's Greek Number 345: ἀνακεφαλαιόω (anakephalaioō) • to sum up or bring together under one head, metaphorically related to the concept of headship or leadership.

The understanding of רַאֲשׁת within the biblical narrative highlights the human need for rest and the provision of comfort, reflecting broader theological themes of God's care and the restoration found in Him.

Usage: The term רַאֲשׁת is used in the context of providing comfort or support for the head, often in a resting or sleeping position.

Context: The Hebrew word רַאֲשׁת (ra'ashat) appears in the context of ancient Near Eastern practices where pillows or cushions were used to provide comfort during rest. The root רֹאשׁ (rosh) signifies "head," indicating that the primary function of רַאֲשׁת was to support the head. In biblical times, pillows were not only functional but also held cultural significance, often being crafted from materials that reflected the status and wealth of the owner. The use of רַאֲשׁת in the Hebrew Bible underscores the importance of rest and comfort in daily life, as well as the provision of God for His people. The Berean Standard Bible (BSB) does not contain a direct reference to רַאֲשׁת, but the concept of rest and comfort is a recurring theme throughout the Scriptures.

Forms and Transliterations
מֵרַאֲשֹׁתֵ֣י מראשתי mê·ra·’ă·šō·ṯê mêra’ăšōṯê meraashoTei
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Englishman's Concordance
1 Samuel 26:12
HEB: צַפַּ֤חַת הַמַּ֙יִם֙ מֵרַאֲשֹׁתֵ֣י שָׁא֔וּל וַיֵּלְכ֖וּ
KJV: from Saul's bolster; and they gat them away,
INT: and the jug of water bolster from Saul's went

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Strong's Hebrew 7226
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mê·ra·’ă·šō·ṯê — 1 Occ.















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