רָחַץ
To lave (the whole or a part of a thing)
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What does רָחַץ (raḥătsū) mean in the Bible?
רָחַץ (raḥătsū) is a Hebrew word meaning "to lave (the whole or a part of a thing)". to lave (the whole or a part of a thing) BDB: wash Usage: bathe (self), wash (self). This command picks up ritual language but presses toward inward renewal, anticipating the fuller cleansing accomplished by Christ’s blood and applied by the Spirit. This term runs through the canonical themes of Messiah, Spirit.
Meaning
Ritual cleansing of the body or its parts, often signifying removal of impurity or preparation for sacred service
to lave (the whole or a part of a thing) BDB: wash Usage: bathe (self), wash (self).
Why This Word Matters
This command picks up ritual language but presses toward inward renewal, anticipating the fuller cleansing accomplished by Christ’s blood and applied by the Spirit. Isaiah 1:10-20
Grammatical Forms
How the stem changes the meaning of this verb across the biblical text.
Qal basic active stem — the word in its most common, direct sense 20×
Pual intensive passive — intensive action received by the subject 2×
Hithpael reflexive or reciprocal — the subject acts on itself or mutually with others 1×
Canonical Themes
Biblical Occurrences
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