Strong’s H7402

רָכַל

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

rakal

Pronunciation

rah-KAHL

Definition

To go about, to trade, to peddle, to slander

Meaning

to travel for, trading

Usage

The Hebrew verb "rakal" primarily means to go about as a trader or merchant. It can also carry the connotation of moving about as a talebearer or slanderer. The term is used in contexts where individuals engage in commerce or spread rumors and gossip, highlighting the dual nature of movement—both in trade and in speech.

Bible references

1 Kings 10:15;Nehemiah 3:31;Nehemiah 3:32;Nehemiah 13:20;Songs 3:6;Ezekiel 17:4;Ezekiel 27:3;Ezekiel 27:13;Ezekiel 27:15;Ezekiel 27:17;Ezekiel 27:20;Ezekiel 27:22;Ezekiel 27:22;Ezekiel 27:23;Ezekiel 27:23;Ezekiel 27:24;Nahum 3:16