Strong’s H7524

רֶצַח

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

retsach

Pronunciation

reh'-tsakh

Definition

Murder, killing, slaying

Meaning

a crushing, a murder-cry

Usage

The term "retsach" primarily refers to the act of murder or unlawful killing. It is used in the context of intentional and premeditated acts of taking another person's life. The word carries a strong connotation of violence and moral wrongdoing, distinguishing it from other forms of killing, such as accidental death or killing in war.

Bible references

Psalm 42:10;Ezekiel 21:22