Strong’s H7235
רָבָה
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
rabah
Pronunciation
rah-BAH
Definition
To increase, to multiply, to become many, to grow
Meaning
to increase
Usage
The Hebrew verb "rabah" primarily conveys the idea of increasing or multiplying. It is used in various contexts throughout the Old Testament to describe the growth or expansion of people, nations, livestock, and even abstract concepts like sin or peace. The term often implies a blessing or divine favor, especially when referring to the multiplication of descendants or prosperity.
Bible references
Genesis 1:22;Genesis 1:22;Genesis 1:28;Genesis 3:16;Genesis 3:16;Genesis 7:17;Genesis 7:18;Genesis 8:17;Genesis 9:1;Genesis 9:7;Genesis 9:7;Genesis 15:1;Genesis 16:10;Genesis 16:10;Genesis 17:2;Genesis 17:20;Genesis 21:20;Genesis 22:17;Genesis 22:17;Genesis 26:4;Genesis 26:24;Genesis 28:3;Genesis 34:12;Genesis 35:11;Genesis 38:12