רֶ֫גֶשׁ
re.gesh
throng
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word רֶ֫גֶשׁ (re.gesh) with the Strong's number H7285A appears only once in the Bible, conveying the meaning of a "throng." This implies a collection of people gathered together, possibly in a crowded or chaotic manner. Given its limited occurrence, the range of usage for this word is not well-represented in the biblical text. However, the context in which it appears provides insight into its meaning. The word's significance lies in its vivid portrayal of a crowd, emphasizing the physical presence and possibly the commotion associated with its gathering. This image can have various connotations, such as excitement, chaos, or even reverence, depending on the context in which it is presented.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text