Strong’s H7385

רִיק

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

riyq

Pronunciation

reek

Definition

Empty, vain, worthless

Meaning

emptiness, a worthless thing, in vain

Usage

The Hebrew word "riyq" is used to describe something that is empty, vain, or without substance. It often conveys the idea of futility or worthlessness, particularly in the context of actions or endeavors that do not yield meaningful results. In the biblical narrative, it is used to highlight the emptiness of certain pursuits or the futility of relying on things that do not have lasting value.

Bible references

Leviticus 26:16;Leviticus 26:20;Job 39:16;Psalm 2:1;Psalm 4:2;Psalm 73:13;Isaiah 30:7;Isaiah 49:4;Isaiah 65:23;Jeremiah 51:34;Jeremiah 51:58;Habakkuk 2:13