Strong’s H7523

רָצַח

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

ratsach

Pronunciation

rah-tsakh'

Definition

To murder, to slay, to kill

Meaning

to dash in pieces, kill, to murder

Usage

The Hebrew verb "ratsach" primarily refers to the act of murder or unlawful killing. It is used in the context of intentional, premeditated killing, as well as manslaughter. The term is often associated with the violation of the sanctity of life, which is a fundamental principle in biblical law.

Bible references

Exodus 20:13;Numbers 35:6;Numbers 35:11;Numbers 35:12;Numbers 35:16;Numbers 35:16;Numbers 35:17;Numbers 35:17;Numbers 35:18;Numbers 35:18;Numbers 35:19;Numbers 35:21;Numbers 35:21;Numbers 35:25;Numbers 35:26;Numbers 35:27;Numbers 35:27;Numbers 35:28;Numbers 35:30;Numbers 35:30;Numbers 35:31;Deuteronomy 4:42;Deuteronomy 4:42;Deuteronomy 5:17;Deuteronomy 19:3