Strong’s H7540

רָקַד

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

raqad

Pronunciation

rah-KAHD

Definition

To leap, to dance, to skip

Meaning

to stamp, to spring about

Usage

The Hebrew verb "raqad" primarily conveys the action of leaping or dancing, often in a joyful or celebratory context. It is used to describe physical expressions of joy, exuberance, or religious celebration. The term can also imply a sense of skipping or bounding with energy.

Bible references

1 Chronicles 15:29;Job 21:11;Psalm 29:6;Psalm 114:4;Psalm 114:6;Ecclesiastes 3:4;Isaiah 13:21;Joel 2:5;Nahum 3:2