Lexicon re'eh: To see, look, behold, perceive Original Word: רֵעֶה Strong's Exhaustive Concordance friend From ra'ah; a (male) companion -- friend. see HEBREW ra'ah Brown-Driver-Briggs רֵעֶה noun masculine friend (compare Sta§ 184 LagBN 156 Ba§ 12 a); — construct in technical term רֵעֶה הַמֶּלֶךְ (Ges§ 9311Köii. l. 78 f.) 1 Kings 4:5 ( = רֵעַ 1 Chronicles 27:33), compare רֵעֶה דָּוִד 2 Samuel 15:37; 2 Samuel 16:16; insert also 2 Samuel 15:32 (compare 2 Samuel 15:37) ᵐ5 We Dr and others; in simple sense Proverbs 27:10 Kt (Qr רֵעַ; compare Kö l.c.). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root רָעָה (ra'ah), which means "to associate with" or "to be a friend."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 4139: πλησίον (plēsion) • often translated as "neighbor" in the New Testament, reflecting a similar concept of social and ethical responsibility towards others. Usage: The word רֵעֶה (rēaʿ) appears in various contexts throughout the Hebrew Bible, often referring to social relationships and interactions. It is used to describe both personal friendships and broader community relationships. Context: רֵעֶה (rēaʿ) is a significant term in the Hebrew Bible, reflecting the importance of social bonds and community life in ancient Israelite society. The concept of רֵעֶה encompasses more than mere acquaintance; it implies a level of trust, loyalty, and mutual support. This term is frequently found in wisdom literature, such as Proverbs, where it underscores the value of wise and faithful companionship. For instance, Proverbs 17:17 states, "A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity." In the legal and ethical texts, רֵעֶה is often used to instruct on proper conduct towards one's neighbor, emphasizing justice, kindness, and integrity. The commandment "You shall love your neighbor as yourself" (Leviticus 19:18) highlights the moral and spiritual dimensions of the term. In narrative texts, רֵעֶה can describe the close bonds between individuals, such as the friendship between David and Jonathan. The term also appears in prophetic literature, where it can symbolize the ideal relationships within the covenant community. Overall, רֵעֶה (rēaʿ) is a multifaceted term that captures the essence of human relationships as envisioned in the biblical tradition. Forms and Transliterations וְרֵ֪עַ ורע רֵעֶ֥ה רעה rê‘eh rê·‘eh reEh veRea wə·rê·a‘ wərêa‘Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Samuel 15:37 HEB: וַיָּבֹ֥א חוּשַׁ֛י רֵעֶ֥ה דָוִ֖ד הָעִ֑יר NAS: David's friend, came KJV: David's friend came INT: came Hushai friend David's the city 2 Samuel 16:16 1 Kings 4:5 Proverbs 27:10 4 Occurrences |
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