Strong's Lexicon Racham: Compassion, Mercy, Tender Love Original Word: רַחַם Word Origin: Derived from the root רָחַם (racham), which means "to love," "to have compassion," or "to show mercy." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G3628 (oiktirmos): Often translated as "compassion" or "mercy," reflecting a similar sense of deep, heartfelt compassion. - G1656 (eleos): Translated as "mercy," indicating kindness or goodwill towards the afflicted, joined with a desire to help them. Usage: The Hebrew word "racham" primarily denotes a deep, tender compassion or mercy, often akin to the love a parent has for a child. It is used to describe God's compassionate nature and His merciful actions towards His people. The term conveys a sense of deep emotional connection and care, emphasizing the relational aspect of God's love. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the concept of "racham" was deeply tied to familial relationships, particularly the bond between a mother and her child. This imagery is used to illustrate the profound and nurturing love God has for His people. The term is often associated with the womb (rechem), highlighting the protective and life-giving aspects of divine compassion. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as rechem Definition "pity," a man of Judah NASB Translation Raham (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs רַ֫חַם proper name, masculine (girl (-like) ?); — in Judah, 1 Chronicles 2:44; Ραμεε, A Ραεμ’, ᵐ5L Ρααμ. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Raham The same as racham; pity; Racham, an Israelite -- Raham. see HEBREW racham Forms and Transliterations רַ֖חַם רחם ra·ḥam Racham raḥamLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 2:44 HEB: הוֹלִ֔יד אֶת־ רַ֖חַם אֲבִ֣י יָרְקֳעָ֑ם NAS: the father of Raham, the father KJV: begat Raham, the father INT: Shema became of Raham the father of Jorkeam |
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