Strong's Lexicon Rabshaqeh: Rabshakeh Original Word: רַבְשָׁקֵה Word Origin: Derived from the Akkadian title "rab šāqê," meaning "chief cupbearer" or "chief officer." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for Rabshakeh in the Strong's Greek Dictionary, as it is a specific title related to the Assyrian context. Usage: Rabshakeh is a title used in the Hebrew Bible to refer to a high-ranking Assyrian military officer. The term is not a personal name but rather a designation for a position of authority, likely the chief cupbearer or a high-ranking official in the Assyrian army. The Rabshakeh served as a spokesperson and negotiator, often involved in diplomatic and military communications. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near East, the title "Rabshakeh" was used for a senior official who held significant influence and responsibility, often serving as a chief advisor or envoy for the king. The Rabshakeh would have been well-versed in political and military matters, capable of negotiating and delivering messages on behalf of the Assyrian empire. This role was crucial during times of war and diplomacy, as seen in the biblical accounts where the Rabshakeh interacts with the leaders of Judah. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom rab and shaqah Definition perhaps "chief of the officers," an Assyr. military leader NASB Translation Rabshakeh (16). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Rabshakeh From rab and shaqah; chief butler; Rabshakeh, a Bab. Official -- Rabshakeh. see HEBREW rab see HEBREW shaqah Forms and Transliterations שָׁקֵ֔ה שָׁקֵ֗ה שָׁקֵ֨ה שָׁקֵֽה׃ שקה שקה׃ šā·qêh šāqêh shaKehLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Kings 18:17 HEB: וְאֶת־ רַב־ שָׁקֵ֨ה מִן־ לָכִ֜ישׁ NAS: and Rab-saris and Rabshakeh from Lachish KJV: and Rabsaris and Rabshakeh from Lachish INT: Tartan and Rab-saris and Rabshakeh from Lachish 2 Kings 18:19 2 Kings 18:26 2 Kings 18:27 2 Kings 18:28 2 Kings 18:37 2 Kings 19:4 2 Kings 19:8 Isaiah 36:2 Isaiah 36:4 Isaiah 36:11 Isaiah 36:12 Isaiah 36:13 Isaiah 36:22 Isaiah 37:4 Isaiah 37:8 16 Occurrences |
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