רָחַף

râchaph · /raw-khaf'/

Number

H7363

Language

Hebrew

Original word

רָחַף

Transliteration

râchaph

Pronunciation

raw-khaf'

KJV occurrences

3 verses

Definition

to brood; by implication, to be relaxed

KJV: flutter, move, shake.

Root / derivation: a primitive root;

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered רָחַף across 3 verses.

fluttereth1×

moved1×

shake1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Genesis1 verse

Genesis 1:2

And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.

Deuteronomy1 verse

Deuteronomy 32:11

As an eagle stirreth up her nest, fluttereth over her young, spreadeth abroad her wings, taketh them, beareth them on her wings:

Jeremiah1 verse

Jeremiah 23:9

Mine heart within me is broken because of the prophets; all my bones shake; I am like a drunken man, and like a man whom wine hath overcome, because of the LORD, and because of the words of his holiness.

Topics that use this word

God Power of the Holy Spirit, the Prophets Protection Psalms Titles and Names of the Holy Spirit Water Wine

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's H7363 (râchaph) mean?

to brood; by implication, to be relaxed

How many times does H7363 appear in the Bible?

Strong's H7363 (רָחַף) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “fluttereth.”

How is râchaph translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's H7363 is rendered as “fluttereth” (1×), “moved” (1×), “shake” (1×).

Where does the Hebrew word רָחַף come from?

a primitive root;