Strong’s H7262

רַבְשָׁקֵה

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

Rabshaqeh

Pronunciation

rab-shaw-KAY

Definition

Rabshakeh

Meaning

Rabshakeh

Usage

Rabshakeh is a title used in the Hebrew Bible to refer to a high-ranking Assyrian military officer. The term is not a personal name but rather a designation for a position of authority, likely the chief cupbearer or a high-ranking official in the Assyrian army. The Rabshakeh served as a spokesperson and negotiator, often involved in diplomatic and military communications.

Bible references

2 Kings 18:17;2 Kings 18:19;2 Kings 18:26;2 Kings 18:27;2 Kings 18:28;2 Kings 18:37;2 Kings 19:4;2 Kings 19:8;Isaiah 36:2;Isaiah 36:4;Isaiah 36:11;Isaiah 36:12;Isaiah 36:13;Isaiah 36:22;Isaiah 37:4;Isaiah 37:8