Strong’s H7489

רָעַע

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

ra`a`

Pronunciation

rah-ah'

Definition

To be evil, to do wickedly, to harm, to break, to be displeasing

Meaning

to spoil, to make, good for, nothing, bad

Usage

The Hebrew verb רָעַע (ra'a') primarily conveys the idea of being evil or doing wickedly. It is used to describe actions, behaviors, or conditions that are morally wrong or harmful. The term can also imply causing harm or breaking something, whether physically or metaphorically. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, it often refers to actions that are contrary to God's will and commandments, leading to moral and spiritual corruption.

Bible references

Genesis 19:7;Genesis 19:9;Genesis 21:11;Genesis 21:12;Genesis 31:7;Genesis 38:10;Genesis 43:6;Genesis 44:5;Genesis 48:17;Exodus 5:22;Exodus 5:23;Leviticus 5:4;Numbers 11:11;Numbers 16:15;Numbers 20:15;Deuteronomy 15:9;Deuteronomy 15:10;Deuteronomy 26:6;Deuteronomy 28:54;Deuteronomy 28:56;Joshua 24:20;Judges 19:23;Ruth 1:21;1 Samuel 8:6;1 Samuel 12:25