Strong’s H7379

רִיב

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

riyb

Pronunciation

reeb

Definition

Dispute, controversy, contention, lawsuit, quarrel

Meaning

a contest

Usage

The Hebrew word "rib" primarily denotes a legal dispute or controversy. It is often used in the context of a formal argument or contention, whether between individuals, groups, or even between God and His people. The term can refer to both personal quarrels and larger societal or theological disputes.

Bible references

Genesis 13:7;Exodus 17:7;Exodus 23:2;Exodus 23:3;Exodus 23:6;Deuteronomy 1:12;Deuteronomy 17:8;Deuteronomy 19:17;Deuteronomy 21:5;Deuteronomy 25:1;Judges 12:2;1 Samuel 24:15;1 Samuel 25:39;2 Samuel 15:2;2 Samuel 15:4;2 Samuel 22:44;2 Chronicles 19:8;2 Chronicles 19:10;Job 13:6;Job 29:16;Job 31:35;Job 33:19;Psalm 18:43;Psalm 31:20;Psalm 35:23