Strong’s H7287
רָדָה
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
radah
Pronunciation
rah-DAH
Definition
To rule, to have dominion, to subdue
Meaning
to tread down, subjugate, to crumble off
Usage
The Hebrew verb "radah" primarily means to rule or have dominion over something. It conveys the idea of exercising authority or control, often in the context of governance or stewardship. In the biblical narrative, it is frequently used to describe the dominion given to humanity over creation, as well as the rule of kings and leaders over their subjects.
Bible references
Genesis 1:26;Genesis 1:28;Leviticus 25:43;Leviticus 25:46;Leviticus 25:53;Leviticus 26:17;Numbers 24:19;Judges 5:13;Judges 5:13;Judges 14:9;Judges 14:9;1 Kings 4:24;1 Kings 5:16;1 Kings 9:23;2 Chronicles 8:10;Nehemiah 9:28;Psalm 49:14;Psalm 68:27;Psalm 72:8;Psalm 110:2;Isaiah 14:2;Isaiah 14:6;Isaiah 41:2;Jeremiah 5:31;Lamentations 1:13