Strong's Lexicon reqach: Spice, ointment, perfume Original Word: רֶקַח Word Origin: From the root רָקַח (raqach), meaning "to mix" or "to compound." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "reqach," related concepts can be found in words like μύρον (myron, G3464), meaning "ointment" or "perfume," and θυμίαμα (thymíama, G2368), meaning "incense." Usage: The Hebrew word "reqach" refers to a mixture or compound, often used in the context of spices, ointments, or perfumes. It denotes a carefully prepared blend, typically for sacred or ceremonial purposes. In the biblical context, "reqach" is associated with the anointing oils and incense used in the Tabernacle and Temple worship. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, the preparation of spices and ointments was a skilled craft, often performed by specialized perfumers. These mixtures were integral to religious rituals, symbolizing purity, holiness, and the presence of God. The anointing oil, for instance, was used to consecrate priests, kings, and sacred objects, setting them apart for divine service. The art of compounding these substances was highly regarded and often kept within specific families or guilds. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom raqach Definition spice NASB Translation spiced (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs רֶ֫קַח noun [masculine] spice; — ׳יַיִן הָר Songs 8:2 wine, (that is) spice (i.e. spiced wine). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance spiced From raqach; properly, perfumery, i.e. (by implication) spicery (for flavor) -- spiced. see HEBREW raqach Forms and Transliterations הָרֶ֔קַח הרקח hā·re·qaḥ haRekach hāreqaḥLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Songs 8:2 HEB: אַשְׁקְךָ֙ מִיַּ֣יִן הָרֶ֔קַח מֵעֲסִ֖יס רִמֹּנִֽי׃ NAS: me; I would give you spiced wine KJV: me: I would cause thee to drink of spiced wine INT: give wine spiced the juice of my pomegranates 1 Occurrence |
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