Berean Strong's Lexicon Rahab: Rahab Original Word: רַהַב Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root רָהַב (rahav), meaning "to act stormily" or "to behave proudly." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for Rahab as a symbolic name for Egypt. However, the concept of chaos and opposition to God can be related to Greek terms like δράκων (drakōn, Strong's G1404), meaning "dragon." Usage: In the Hebrew Bible, "Rahab" is used as a symbolic name for Egypt, representing arrogance and chaos. It is often associated with the sea monster or dragon, symbolizing opposition to God. Rahab is depicted as a force of chaos subdued by God, illustrating His power over creation and nations. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern mythology, sea monsters or dragons often symbolized chaos and disorder. The biblical usage of Rahab as a metaphor for Egypt draws on this imagery, portraying Egypt as a proud and chaotic entity subdued by God's might. This reflects the historical context of Israel's deliverance from Egyptian bondage and God's sovereignty over nations. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom rahab Definition "storm," a name for Eg. NASB Translation Rahab (2). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Rahab The same as rahab; Rahab (i.e. Boaster), an epithet of Egypt -- Rahab. see HEBREW rahab Forms and Transliterations רַ֖הַב רַ֥הַב רָ֑הַב רהב ra·haḇ rā·haḇ rahaḇ rāhaḇ RahavLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 87:4 HEB: אַזְכִּ֤יר ׀ רַ֥הַב וּבָבֶ֗ל לְֽיֹ֫דְעָ֥י NAS: I shall mention Rahab and Babylon KJV: I will make mention of Rahab and Babylon INT: shall mention Rahab and Babylon know Psalm 89:10 Isaiah 51:9 3 Occurrences |
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