7279. ragan

Lexicon

ragan: To murmur, to slander, to whisper

Original Word: רָגַן
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: ragan
Pronunciation: rah-GAHN
Phonetic Spelling: (raw-gan')
Definition: To murmur, to slander, to whisper
Meaning: to grumble, rebel

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

murmur

A primitive root; to grumble, i.e. Rebel -- murmur.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
a prim. root
Definition
to murmur, whisper
NASB Translation
criticize (1), grumbled (2), slanderer (1), whisperer (3).

Brown-Driver-Briggs

רָגַן verb murmur, whisper (Late Hebrew id.; ᵑ7 Ithpe`el bickbite, slander); —

1 murmur (rebelliously): —

Qal Participle plural רוֺגְנִים Isaiah 29:24 murmurers;

Niph`al Imperfect3masculine plural וַיֵּרָֽגְנוּ Psalm 106:25 and they murmured in their tents, so 2 masculine plural וַתֵּרָֽגְנוּ Deuteronomy 1:27.

2 whisper (maliciously), backlite, slander:,

Niph`al Participle נִרְגָּן backbiter Proverbs 16:28; Proverbs 18:8; Proverbs 26:20,22.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: A primitive root

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G1111 (γογγύζω, gogguzō): To grumble, murmur. This Greek term is used in the New Testament to describe similar attitudes of discontent and murmuring, often directed against Jesus or His teachings.
• G1234 (διαγογγύζω, diagogguzō): To murmur throughout, to complain. This term is used to describe a more intense or widespread form of grumbling, often involving a group or community expressing dissatisfaction.

In summary, רָגַן (rāgan) encapsulates the act of grumbling or rebelling, often seen as a manifestation of a lack of faith or trust in divine authority. It serves as a cautionary example in the biblical narrative, highlighting the spiritual dangers of discontent and the importance of aligning one's heart with God's purposes.

Usage: The verb רָגַן (rāgan) is used in the context of murmuring or grumbling, often implying a sense of rebellion or dissatisfaction. It is typically used to describe the actions of individuals or groups who express discontent or opposition, particularly against authority or divine command.

Context: • The Hebrew verb רָגַן (rāgan) appears in the context of expressing discontent or murmuring, often against God or His appointed leaders. This term is associated with a rebellious attitude, where individuals or groups voice their dissatisfaction or opposition. The act of grumbling is seen as a lack of faith or trust in God's provision and plan.
• In the Old Testament, grumbling is frequently depicted as a negative behavior that leads to divine displeasure. It is often associated with the Israelites' complaints during their wilderness journey, where they expressed dissatisfaction with their circumstances despite God's continuous provision and guidance.
• The act of grumbling is not merely a verbal expression but is indicative of a deeper spiritual issue, reflecting a heart that is not aligned with God's will. It serves as a warning against the dangers of discontent and the importance of maintaining faith and trust in God's sovereignty.

Forms and Transliterations

וְרוֹגְנִ֖ים וַיֵּרָגְנ֥וּ וַתֵּרָגְנ֤וּ וירגנו ורוגנים ותרגנו vaiyerageNu vatterageNu verogNim wat·tê·rā·ḡə·nū wattêrāḡənū way·yê·rā·ḡə·nū wayyêrāḡənū wə·rō·wḡ·nîm wərōwḡnîm

Englishman's Concordance

Deuteronomy 1:27
HEB: וַתֵּרָגְנ֤וּ בְאָהֳלֵיכֶם֙ וַתֹּ֣אמְר֔וּ
NAS: and you grumbled in your tents
KJV: And ye murmured in your tents,
INT: grumbled your tents and said

Psalm 106:25
HEB: וַיֵּרָגְנ֥וּ בְאָהֳלֵיהֶ֑ם לֹ֥א
NAS: But grumbled in their tents;
KJV: But murmured in their tents,
INT: grumbled their tents did not

Isaiah 29:24
HEB: ר֖וּחַ בִּינָ֑ה וְרוֹגְנִ֖ים יִלְמְדוּ־ לֶֽקַח׃
NAS: the truth, And those who criticize will accept
KJV: to understanding, and they that murmured shall learn
INT: mind the truth criticize will accept instruction

3 Occurrences

Strong's Hebrew 7279
3 Occurrences

way·yê·rā·ḡə·nū — 1 Occ.
wat·tê·rā·ḡə·nū — 1 Occ.
wə·rō·wḡ·nîm — 1 Occ.