Strong's Lexicon rea: Friend, companion, neighbor, fellow Original Word: רֵעַ Word Origin: Derived from the root רָעָה (ra'ah), which means "to associate with" or "to befriend." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G4139 (πλησίον, plesion): Often translated as "neighbor" in the New Testament. - G5384 (φίλος, philos): Translated as "friend," reflecting a close personal relationship. Usage: The Hebrew word "rea" primarily denotes a person with whom one has a close relationship, such as a friend or companion. It can also refer to a neighbor or fellow member of a community. The term emphasizes the social and relational aspects of human interaction, highlighting the importance of companionship, loyalty, and mutual support. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, relationships with friends and neighbors were vital for survival and community cohesion. The concept of "rea" reflects the communal nature of life in biblical times, where individuals relied on their social networks for support, protection, and shared resources. The term underscores the value placed on loyalty, trust, and the ethical treatment of others within one's community. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition purpose, aim NASB Translation thought (1), thoughts (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs III. [רֵעַ] noun [masculine] purpose, aim; — suffix רֵעִי Psalm 139:2 (of man), plural suffix רֵעֶיךָ Psalm 139:17 (of El). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance thought From ra'ah; a thought (as association of ideas) -- thought. see HEBREW ra'ah Forms and Transliterations לְ֝רֵעִ֗י לרעי רֵעֶ֣יךָ רעיך lə·rê·‘î lərê‘î lereI rê‘eḵā rê·‘e·ḵā reEichaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 139:2 HEB: וְקוּמִ֑י בַּ֥נְתָּה לְ֝רֵעִ֗י מֵרָחֽוֹק׃ NAS: up; You understand my thought from afar. KJV: thou understandest my thought afar off. INT: rise understand my thought afar Psalm 139:17 2 Occurrences |
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