Lexicon rachtsah: To wash, bathe Original Word: רַחְצָה Strong's Exhaustive Concordance washing Feminine of rachats; a bathing place -- washing. see HEBREW rachats NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfem. of rachats Definition a washing NASB Translation washing (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs רַחְצָה noun feminine id., literal; — ׳עָלוּ מִןהָֿר, of sheep, Songs 4:2; Songs 6:6 (in simile). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root רָחַץ (rachats), meaning "to wash" or "to bathe."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek entry in Strong's Concordance is G3067 (λουτρόν, loutron), which also refers to a bathing place or a bath. This term is used in the New Testament to describe the concept of washing, both in a literal and metaphorical sense, such as in Ephesians 5:26, where it refers to the "washing of water with the word." Usage: The term רַחְצָה is used in the context of a place for washing, often associated with ritual purification or personal hygiene in ancient Hebrew culture. Context: רַחְצָה (rachtsah) is a noun that refers to a bathing place, a site where washing or bathing occurs. In ancient Israelite society, bathing was not only a matter of personal cleanliness but also held religious significance, often associated with purification rituals. The concept of washing is deeply embedded in the cultural and religious practices of the Israelites, as seen in various biblical texts. Bathing places could be natural bodies of water, such as rivers or springs, or constructed facilities designed for this purpose. The act of washing was sometimes a prerequisite for participation in religious ceremonies, symbolizing spiritual cleansing and preparation. Forms and Transliterations הָרַחְצָ֑ה הרחצה hā·raḥ·ṣāh harachTzah hāraḥṣāhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Songs 4:2 HEB: שֶׁעָל֖וּ מִן־ הָרַחְצָ֑ה שֶׁכֻּלָּם֙ מַתְאִימ֔וֹת NAS: have come up from [their] washing, All KJV: which came up from the washing; whereof every one bear twins, INT: have come up from washing All bear Songs 6:6 2 Occurrences |