Strong's Lexicon Rumah: Rumah Original Word: רוּמָה Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root רוּם (rum), meaning "to be high" or "exalted." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for the proper noun Rumah, as it is a specific Hebrew place name. However, the concept of "exaltation" can be related to Greek words such as ὑψόω (hypsoō), meaning "to lift up" or "exalt." Usage: Rumah is a place name mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. It is identified as the hometown of Pedaiah, the father of Zebudah, who was the mother of King Jehoiakim of Judah. The name suggests a place that is elevated or exalted, possibly indicating its geographical or spiritual significance. Cultural and Historical Background: Rumah is mentioned in the context of the genealogy of the kings of Judah. The location of Rumah is not definitively known, but it is thought to be in the region of Galilee, possibly near the town of Dothan. The mention of Rumah in the genealogical records highlights the importance of familial and tribal connections in ancient Israelite society, where lineage and heritage were crucial for identity and legitimacy. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom rum Definition home of Pedaiah NASB Translation Rumah (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs רוּמָה proper name, of a location ׳מִןרֿ 2 Kings 23:36; (ἐκ)Κρουμα, A Ρυμα, ᵐ5L Λοβεννα; possibly = [אֲרוּמָה] Judges 9:41 (q. 1. perhaps also Judges 9:31, see GFM), yet compare Kit Benz. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Rumah From ruwm; height; Rumah, a place in Palestine -- Rumah. see HEBREW ruwm Forms and Transliterations רוּמָֽה׃ רומה׃ rū·māh ruMah rūmāhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Kings 23:36 HEB: פְּדָיָ֖ה מִן־ רוּמָֽה׃ NAS: the daughter of Pedaiah of Rumah. KJV: the daughter of Pedaiah of Rumah. INT: of Pedaiah at of Rumah |