Strong’s H7217
רֵאשׁ
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
re'sh
Pronunciation
ray-sh
Definition
Head, top, summit, beginning
Meaning
the head, the sum
Usage
The Hebrew word "resh" primarily denotes the "head" or "top" of something, often used metaphorically to signify the beginning or the most important part. It can refer to the literal head of a person or animal, the top of a mountain, or the chief or leader of a group. In a broader sense, it can also imply the start of a period or the foremost position in rank or importance.
Bible references
Ezra 5:10;Daniel 2:28;Daniel 2:32;Daniel 2:38;Daniel 3:27;Daniel 4:5;Daniel 4:10;Daniel 4:13;Daniel 7:1;Daniel 7:1;Daniel 7:6;Daniel 7:9;Daniel 7:15;Daniel 7:20