What does רוּחַ · πνεῦμα mean in the Bible?
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Hebrew · H7307, G4151
רוּחַ
Wind ; by resemblance breath , i.e. a sensible (or even violent) exhalation ; figuratively, life , anger , unsubstantiality ; by extension, a region of the sky ; by resemblance spirit , but only of a rational being (including its expression and functions) · spirit/breath: spirit
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רוּחַ H7307 wind ; by resemblance breath , i.e. a sensible (or even violent) exhalation ; figuratively, life , anger , unsubstantiality ; by extension, a region of the sky ; by resemblance spirit , but only of a rational being (including its expression and functions)
Pronunciation rûaḥ
Invisible animating force: from physical wind/breath to spiritual presence, divine agency, and human consciousness.
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πνεῦμα G4151 spirit/breath: spirit
Pronunciation pneûma
Spirit as the immaterial dimension of human existence, or God's transformative power, distinct from soul and body.
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What does רוּחַ (ruach) mean in the Bible?
רוּחַ · πνεῦμα is a Hebrew phrase meaning "Wind or spirit, often symbolizing powerful divine judgment.".
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How many biblical occurrences are listed for H7307, G4151?
H7307, G4151 is connected to 378 lexical occurrence verses in the lexicon data.
Evidence Summary
Hebrew phrase. Wind or spirit, often symbolizing powerful divine judgment.
Strong's H7307, G4151
Lexical occurrences 378 verses Source Gloss
Wind or spirit, often symbolizing powerful divine judgment.
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