Strong's Lexicon raqaq: To spit Original Word: רָקַק Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent in Strong's Concordance, the concept of spitting as a gesture of contempt can be seen in the New Testament, such as in Mark 14:65, where Jesus is spat upon. Usage: The Hebrew verb "raqaq" primarily means "to spit." It is used in the context of expressing disdain or rejection, often as a cultural gesture of contempt or humiliation. The act of spitting in biblical times was a powerful non-verbal communication that conveyed strong emotions and social messages. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, spitting was a significant gesture. It was often used to show disdain, insult, or rejection. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, spitting could symbolize defilement or shame. The act was not merely a physical gesture but carried deep social and religious implications, reflecting the values and norms of the society. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. root Definition to spit NASB Translation spits (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs II. [רָקַק] verb spit (Late Hebrew, Aramaic רְקַק,  , all = Biblical Hebrew); — Qal Imperfect3masculine singular יָרֹק Leviticus 15:8, with ב of person spit upon. — compare יָרִק. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance spit A primitive root; to spit -- spit. Forms and Transliterations יָרֹ֛ק ירק yā·rōq yaRok yārōqLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Leviticus 15:8 HEB: וְכִֽי־ יָרֹ֛ק הַזָּ֖ב בַּטָּה֑וֹר NAS: the man with the discharge spits on one who is clean, KJV: And if he that hath the issue spit upon him that is clean; INT: if spits the discharge who |
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