Strong's Lexicon rethem or rothem: Broom tree Original Word: רֶתֶם Word Origin: The origin of the word רֶתֶם is uncertain, but it is believed to be derived from a root that may imply binding or covering, possibly due to the plant's growth habit. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent in Strong's Concordance for the Hebrew "rethem," as it is a specific plant native to the Middle Eastern region and not commonly referenced in Greek texts. Usage: The term "rethem" refers to a type of desert shrub or small tree, commonly identified as the broom tree (Retama raetam). It is known for its ability to thrive in arid conditions and is often found in desert regions. In the Bible, it is associated with providing shade and shelter in harsh environments. Cultural and Historical Background: The broom tree is native to the Middle East and North Africa, often found in desert areas. It is characterized by its long, slender branches and small leaves, which help it conserve water. The plant's ability to grow in barren landscapes made it a symbol of survival and resilience. Historically, its branches were used for fuel, and its roots could be used to make charcoal. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom ratham Definition broom plant, retem NASB Translation broom shrub (1), broom tree (1), juniper tree (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs רֹ֫תֶם noun masculine1Kings 19:5 a kind of broom-shrub, broom-plant, retem (Late Hebrew id.; Arabic  (on form Lag BN 152); ᵑ7 רִיתְמָא, all = Biblical Hebrew); — absolute אֶחָד ׳ר 1 Kings 19:5, אחת ׳ר V:4 Kt (אֶחָד Qr); plural שֹׁרֶשׁ רְתָמִים לַחְמָם Job 30:4 (on text see Bu Che below); גַּחֲלֵי רְתָמִים Psalm 120:4, RobBR i. 84, 203, 205, 500 LöwNo. 313 PostHastings, DB 'Juniper' CheEncy. Bib. 'Juniper'. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance juniper tree Or rothem {ro'-them}; from ratham; the Spanish broom (from its pole-like stems) -- juniper (tree). see HEBREW ratham Forms and Transliterations רְתָמִ֣ים רְתָמִֽים׃ רֹ֣תֶם רתם רתמים רתמים׃ rə·ṯā·mîm retaMim rəṯāmîm rō·ṯem Rotem rōṯemLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Kings 19:4 HEB: וַיֵּ֕שֶׁב תַּ֖חַת רֹ֣תֶם [אֶחָת כ] NAS: under a juniper tree; and he requested KJV: under a juniper tree: and he requested INT: and sat under A juniper a requested 1 Kings 19:5 Job 30:4 Psalm 120:4 4 Occurrences |
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