Strong’s H7270
רָגַל
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
ragal
Pronunciation
rah-GAHL
Definition
To spy, to explore, to go about on foot, to slander
Meaning
to walk along, to reconnoiter, to be a, tale-bearer, to lead about
Usage
The Hebrew verb "ragal" primarily means to spy or explore, often with the connotation of gathering information covertly. It can also mean to go about on foot, indicating a sense of movement or travel. Additionally, it carries the meaning of slandering or speaking ill of someone, suggesting a verbal exploration or probing into another's character.
Bible references
Genesis 42:9;Genesis 42:11;Genesis 42:14;Genesis 42:16;Genesis 42:30;Genesis 42:31;Genesis 42:34;Numbers 21:32;Deuteronomy 1:24;Joshua 2:1;Joshua 6:22;Joshua 6:23;Joshua 6:25;Joshua 7:2;Joshua 7:2;Joshua 14:7;Judges 18:2;Judges 18:14;Judges 18:17;1 Samuel 26:4;2 Samuel 10:3;2 Samuel 15:10;2 Samuel 19:27;1 Chronicles 19:3;Psalm 15:3