Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Introduction: Rachab, also known as Rahab, is a significant figure in the biblical narrative, primarily known for her role in the conquest of Jericho as recorded in the Book of Joshua. Her account is a powerful testament to faith, redemption, and the sovereignty of God in using unexpected individuals to fulfill His divine purposes. Biblical Account: Rachab first appears in Joshua 2, where she is described as a prostitute living in the city of Jericho. When Joshua, the leader of the Israelites, sent two spies to scout the city, Rachab provided them shelter and protection. Aware of the impending threat to Jericho, she acknowledged the power of the God of Israel, saying, "I know that the LORD has given you this land and that the fear of you has fallen upon us" (Joshua 2:9). Her declaration of faith is further emphasized when she states, "For the LORD your God is God in heaven above and on the earth below" (Joshua 2:11). In exchange for her assistance, Rachab requested safety for herself and her family when the Israelites would attack Jericho. The spies agreed, instructing her to tie a scarlet cord in her window as a sign of protection (Joshua 2:18). This act of faith and the subsequent sparing of her family during the fall of Jericho (Joshua 6:17, 25) highlight her pivotal role in the Israelite victory. Genealogical Significance: Rachab's account does not end with the fall of Jericho. She is later mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew 1:5 records, "Salmon the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse." This inclusion in the lineage of Christ underscores the theme of redemption and God's grace, as Rachab, a Gentile and former prostitute, becomes an ancestor of the Messiah. Faith and Legacy: Rachab's faith is celebrated in the New Testament, where she is commended for her actions. Hebrews 11:31 states, "By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies in peace, did not perish with those who were disobedient." Her faith is further highlighted in James 2:25 , which says, "In the same way, was not even Rahab the prostitute justified by her actions when she welcomed the spies and sent them off on another route?" Rachab's account is a profound example of how faith can lead to transformation and inclusion in God's redemptive plan. Her life illustrates the biblical principle that God can use anyone, regardless of their past, to accomplish His purposes. Her legacy is one of faith, courage, and the transformative power of God's grace. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary RachabSmith's Bible Dictionary RachabRahab the harlot. (Matthew 1:15) Easton's Bible Dictionary Rahab, a name found in the genealogy of our Lord (Matthew 1:5). International Standard Bible Encyclopedia RACHABra'-kab (Rhachab): the King James Version; Greek form of "Rahab" (thus Matthew 1:5 the Revised Version (British and American)). Greek 4477. Rhachab -- Rachab. ... 4476, 4477. Rhachab. 4478 . Rachab. ... Word Origin from the same as Rhaab, qv. Rachab. From the same as Rhaab; Rachab, a Canaanitess -- Rachab. see GREEK Rhaab ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4477.htm - 6k 4460. Rhaab -- Rahab, a Canaanitess and an ancestor of Christ Strong's Hebrew 7343. Rachab -- a harlot in Jericho... 7342, 7343. Rachab. 7344 . a harlot in Jericho. Transliteration: Rachab Phonetic Spelling: (raw-khawb') Short Definition: Rahab. ... /hebrew/7343.htm - 6k 7342. rachab -- wide, broad 7338. rachab -- breadth, broad expanse 7337. rachab -- to be or grow wide or large 7345. Rechabyah -- "Yah has enlarged," grandson of Moses 7346. Rechabam -- "a people are enlarged," a king of Judah 7339. rechob -- a broad open place, plaza 7341. rochab -- breadth, width 4800. merchab -- a broad or roomy place 7340. Rechob -- places in Aram (Syria) and Pal., also an Aramean ... Library Matthew's Genealogy of Jesus Christ Christ Clothed with the True Substance of Human Nature. Of the Agreement of the Evangelists Matthew and Luke in the ... Beginning at Jerusalem. --Luke xxiv. 47. Thesaurus Rachab (1 Occurrence)...RACHAB. ra'-kab (Rhachab): the King James Version; Greek form of "Rahab" (thus Matthew 1:5 the Revised Version (British and American)). ...Rachab (1 Occurrence). ... /r/rachab.htm - 7k Rachal (1 Occurrence) Races (3 Occurrences) Booz (2 Occurrences) Begat (112 Occurrences) Resources Who was Rahab in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgBible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Rachab (1 Occurrence)Matthew 1:5 Subtopics Related Terms |
    |