Strong's Lexicon reach: Scent, aroma, fragrance, odor Original Word: רֵיחַ Word Origin: Derived from the root רוּחַ (ruach), which means "to breathe" or "to smell." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G2175: εὐωδία (euodia) - meaning "fragrance" or "sweet smell," used in the New Testament to describe the spiritual sacrifices of believers (e.g., Philippians 4:18). Usage: The Hebrew word רֵיחַ (reach) primarily refers to a scent or aroma. It is often used in the context of sacrifices and offerings in the Old Testament, where it describes the pleasing aroma that ascends to God. This term conveys the idea of something that is acceptable and pleasing to the Lord, symbolizing the worshiper's devotion and obedience. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, the sense of smell was significant in religious and cultural practices. Aromatic substances like incense and spices were used in worship and daily life. The "pleasing aroma" of sacrifices was a metaphor for the acceptability of the offering to God. This concept is rooted in the sacrificial system established in the Mosaic Law, where burnt offerings were a central element of worship and atonement. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to reach Definition a smell NASB Translation smell (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs רֵיחַ noun feminine smell; — construct נוּר ׳ר Daniel 3:27. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance smell (Aramaic) corresponding to reyach -- smell. see HEBREW reyach Forms and Transliterations וְרֵ֣יחַ וריח veReiach wə·rê·aḥ wərêaḥLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 3:27 HEB: לָ֣א שְׁנ֑וֹ וְרֵ֣יחַ נ֔וּר לָ֥א NAS: nor had the smell of fire KJV: nor the smell of fire INT: nor damaged had the smell of fire nor 1 Occurrence |
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