Biblica Analytica

רְעוּת

re.ut (H7469)

longing

7 verses 1 books OT 7 / NT 0
AI Word Study

The Hebrew word "רְעוּת" (re.ut) carries the short definition of "longing". This suggests a deep-seated emotional or introspective yearning for something, possibly a person, an experience, or a state of being. The semantic domain of Time & Duration implies that this longing might be directed towards future events or circumstances, potentially influencing how speakers perceive or relate to time. Given that it has a narrow semantic scope and relatively few occurrences in the Bible (seven total), this word seems to be used intentionally by authors to convey a specific sentiment or perspective. The limited occurrences and precise definition of "longing" within the Time & Duration semantic domain suggest that the word is employed to highlight a particular mindset or emotional state that affects how individuals perceive their relationship with time.

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Ecclesiastes 1:14

I have seen all the works that are done under the sun; and behold, all is vanity and a chasing after wind.

Ecclesiastes 2:11

Then I looked at all the works that my hands had worked, and at the labor that I had labored to do; and behold, all was vanity and a chasing after wind, and there was no profit under the sun.

Ecclesiastes 2:17

So I hated life, because the work that is worked under the sun was grievous to me; for all is vanity and a chasing after wind.

Ecclesiastes 2:26

For to the man who pleases him, God gives wisdom, knowledge, and joy; but to the sinner he gives travail, to gather and to heap up, that he may give to him who pleases God. This also is vanity and a chasing after wind.

Ecclesiastes 4:4

Then I saw all the labor and achievement that is the envy of a man’s neighbor. This also is vanity and a striving after wind.

Ecclesiastes 4:6

Better is a handful, with quietness, than two handfuls with labor and chasing after wind.

Ecclesiastes 6:9

Better is the sight of the eyes than the wandering of the desire. This also is vanity and a chasing after wind.