Strong's Lexicon roba: Resting place, quarter Original Word: רֹבַע Word Origin: Derived from the root רָבַע (raba), which means "to lie down" or "to rest." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "roba," related concepts can be found in Greek terms like καταπαύω (katapauō - to rest) and τόπος (topos - place), which are used in the Septuagint and New Testament to convey similar ideas of rest and dwelling. Usage: The term "roba" is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote a place of rest or a quarter, often in the context of a location where people or animals settle or lie down. It conveys a sense of stability and repose, suggesting a designated area for dwelling or resting. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, the concept of a resting place was significant for both people and livestock. Nomadic tribes and shepherds would seek out suitable "roba" for their flocks, ensuring safety and sustenance. The idea of a resting place also held spiritual connotations, symbolizing peace and divine provision. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as arba Definition fourth part NASB Translation fourth (1), fourth part (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs רֹ֫בַע noun [masculine] fourth part; — ׳ר construct; of Israel Numbers 23:10; of a kab 2 Kings 6:25. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance fourth participle From raba'; a quarter -- fourth participle see HEBREW raba' Forms and Transliterations וְרֹ֛בַע ורבע רֹ֣בַע רבע rō·ḇa‘ Roa rōḇa‘ veRoa wə·rō·ḇa‘ wərōḇa‘Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Numbers 23:10 HEB: וּמִסְפָּ֖ר אֶת־ רֹ֣בַע יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל תָּמֹ֤ת NAS: Or number the fourth part of Israel? KJV: and the number of the fourth [part] of Israel? INT: of Jacob number the fourth Israel crying 2 Kings 6:25 2 Occurrences |
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