Strong’s H7561

רָשַׁע

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

rasha`

Pronunciation

rah-SHAH

Definition

To be wicked, to act wickedly, to condemn

Meaning

to be, wrong, to disturb, violate

Usage

The Hebrew verb "rasha" primarily conveys the idea of acting wickedly or being guilty of wrongdoing. It is often used in the context of moral and ethical violations against God's laws. The term can also imply a legal judgment, where one is declared guilty or condemned. In the biblical narrative, "rasha" is frequently contrasted with righteousness, highlighting the moral dichotomy between those who follow God's commandments and those who do not.

Bible references

Exodus 22:9;Deuteronomy 25:1;1 Samuel 14:47;1 Samuel 24:13;2 Samuel 22:22;1 Kings 8:32;1 Kings 8:47;2 Chronicles 6:37;2 Chronicles 20:35;2 Chronicles 22:3;Nehemiah 9:33;Job 9:20;Job 9:29;Job 10:2;Job 10:7;Job 10:15;Job 15:6;Job 32:3;Job 34:12;Job 34:17;Job 34:29;Job 40:8;Psalm 18:21;Psalm 37:33;Psalm 94:21