Strong's Lexicon
rea: Friend, companion, neighbor, fellow
Original Word:רֵעַ
Part of Speech:Noun Masculine
Transliteration:rea`
Pronunciation:reh-ah
Phonetic Spelling:(ray'-ah)
Definition:Friend, companion, neighbor, fellow
Meaning:a thought
Word Origin:Derived from the root רָעָה (ra'ah), which means "to associate with" or "to befriend."
Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: -G4139 (πλησίον, plesion): Often translated as "neighbor" in the New Testament.
-G5384 (φίλος, philos): Translated as "friend," reflecting a close personal relationship.
Usage:The Hebrew word "rea" primarily denotes a person with whom one has a close relationship, such as a friend or companion. It can also refer to a neighbor or fellow member of a community. The term emphasizes the social and relational aspects of human interaction, highlighting the importance of companionship, loyalty, and mutual support.
Cultural and Historical Background:In ancient Israelite society, relationships with friends and neighbors were vital for survival and community cohesion. The concept of "rea" reflects the communal nature of life in biblical times, where individuals relied on their social networks for support, protection, and shared resources. The term underscores the value placed on loyalty, trust, and the ethical treatment of others within one's community.
NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Originfrom an unused word
Definitionpurpose, aim
NASB Translationthought (1), thoughts (1).
Brown-Driver-Briggs
III. [] ; — suffix
Psalm 139:2 (of man), plural suffix
Psalm 139:17 (of El).
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
thought
Fromra'ah; a thought (as association of ideas) -- thought.
see HEBREWra'ah
Forms and Transliterations
לְ֝רֵעִ֗י לרעי רֵעֶ֣יךָ רעיך lə·rê·‘î lərê‘î lereI rê‘eḵā rê·‘e·ḵā reEicha
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