Strong's Lexicon ratham: To bind, to tie Original Word: רָתַם Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for similar concepts of binding is δέω (deō), Strong's Greek #1210, which also means to bind or tie. Usage: The Hebrew verb "ratham" primarily means to bind or tie something securely. It conveys the action of fastening or securing objects together, often with a rope or cord. This term can be used both in literal contexts, such as tying physical objects, and metaphorically, to describe binding agreements or covenants. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, binding and tying were common practices in daily life, from securing livestock to fastening tents. The act of binding also held significant symbolic meaning, often representing commitment, covenant, or obligation. In a nomadic society, the ability to securely bind items was essential for travel and trade. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. root Definition to bind, attach NASB Translation harness (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [רָתַם] verb bind, attach (compare Arabic  thread bound to finger as reminder); — Qal Imperative masculine singular רְתֹם הַמֶּרְכָּבָה לָרֶכֶשׁ Micah 1:13. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance yoke, bind A primitive root; to yoke up (to the pole of a vehicle) -- bind. Forms and Transliterations רְתֹ֧ם רתם rə·ṯōm reTom rəṯōmLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Micah 1:13 HEB: רְתֹ֧ם הַמֶּרְכָּבָ֛ה לָרֶ֖כֶשׁ NAS: Harness the chariot KJV: of Lachish, bind the chariot INT: Harness the chariot of horses |
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