Strong's Lexicon rakas: To bind, fasten, or attach Original Word: רָכַס Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for similar concepts of binding or fastening is δέω (deō), Strong's Greek #1210, which also means to bind or tie. Usage: The Hebrew verb "rakas" primarily means to bind or fasten together. It is used in contexts where something is being securely attached or joined, often referring to clothing or armor. The term conveys the idea of making something firm or secure, ensuring that it holds together properly. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, clothing and armor were essential for daily life and protection. The act of fastening or binding was not only practical but also symbolic of preparedness and security. The ability to securely fasten garments or armor was crucial, especially in a time when physical labor and warfare were common. The concept of binding also extended metaphorically to relationships and covenants, emphasizing the importance of strong, secure connections. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. root Definition to bind NASB Translation bind (1), bound (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [רָכַס] verb bind (Assyrian rakâsu, id.; Late Hebrew found, lay foundation (rare); Arabic  bind with  [rope tying camel's head to forefoot] (Frey); but usually turn over, reverse (Lane)); — Qal Imperfect3masculine plural יִרְכְּסוּ (P) Exodus 28:28, וַיִּרְכְּסוּ Exodus 39:21, bind חשֶׁן by (מִן) its rings to (אֶל) rings of ephod. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance bind A primitive root; to tie -- bind. Forms and Transliterations וְיִרְכְּס֣וּ וַיִּרְכְּס֣וּ וירכסו vaiyirkeSu veyirkeSu way·yir·kə·sū wayyirkəsū wə·yir·kə·sū wəyirkəsūLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Exodus 28:28 HEB: וְיִרְכְּס֣וּ אֶת־ הַ֠חֹשֶׁן NAS: They shall bind the breastpiece KJV: And they shall bind the breastplate INT: shall bind the breastpiece rings Exodus 39:21 2 Occurrences |
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