Lexicon raashoth: Beginnings, first things, chief things Original Word: רַאֲשׁת Strong's Exhaustive Concordance bolster From ro'sh; a pillow (being for the head) -- bolster. see HEBREW ro'sh NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe 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. 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 meraashoTeiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman'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 1 Occurrence |