רִיר
rur
to run
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word רִיר (rur) is a verb that means "to run." Its semantic domain is associated with movement and travel, which suggests that it can be used to describe a wide range of activities involving physical motion. Given its simple definition, its use is likely to convey a sense of sudden, often forceful movement. Only one occurrence of this word is found in the Bible, which restricts our understanding of its usage and range of application. In a single instance, the word likely communicates a sense of urgency, speed, or vitality - characteristics typically associated with running. The significance of the word רִיר (rur) is therefore largely related to its capacity to convey dynamic movement and, perhaps, an element of haste or urgency. It is a relatively rare and uncomplicated term, providing a straightforward description of physical motion in a specific context.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text