Strong’s H7339

רְחֹב

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

rchob

Pronunciation

reh-khobe

Definition

Street, broad place, open square

Meaning

a width, avenue, area

Usage

The Hebrew word "rechob" refers to a broad, open area within a city, often used as a public square or street. It is a place where people gather for various activities, including social, commercial, and judicial purposes. In biblical times, these open spaces were central to community life, serving as venues for markets, public meetings, and legal proceedings.

Bible references

Genesis 19:2;Deuteronomy 13:16;Judges 19:15;Judges 19:17;Judges 19:20;2 Samuel 21:12;2 Chronicles 29:4;2 Chronicles 32:6;Ezra 10:9;Nehemiah 8:1;Nehemiah 8:3;Nehemiah 8:16;Nehemiah 8:16;Esther 4:6;Esther 6:9;Esther 6:11;Job 29:7;Psalm 55:11;Psalm 144:14;Proverbs 1:20;Proverbs 5:16;Proverbs 7:12;Proverbs 22:13;Proverbs 26:13;Songs 3:2