Original Word: רִאשָׁה
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: ri'shah
Pronunciation: ree-SHAH
Phonetic Spelling: (ree-shaw')
Definition: Beginning, first, chief
Meaning: a beginning

beginning

From the same as ro'sh; a beginning -- beginning.

see HEBREW ro'sh

Word Origin
from rosh
Definition
beginning time, early time
NASB Translation
first (1).

[רִאשָׁה] noun feminine beginning-time, early time; — plural suffix רִאשֹׁתֵי כֶם Ezekiel 36:11 (compare ראֹשׁ 4b).

Word Origin: Derived from the root רֹאשׁ (rosh), meaning "head" or "beginning."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G746 (ἀρχή, archē): Often translated as "beginning" or "origin," this Greek term is used in the New Testament to convey similar concepts of primacy and initiation.
• G2776 (κεφαλή, kephalē): While primarily meaning "head," this term can also imply leadership or the principal part, akin to the Hebrew רֹאשׁ (rosh).

These entries provide a comprehensive understanding of the term רִאשָׁה within the biblical context, highlighting its significance in conveying the themes of beginnings and primacy.

Usage: The term רִאשָׁה is used to denote the concept of a beginning or something that is first in order or rank. It is often used in contexts that emphasize the primacy or precedence of an event, time, or entity.

Context: רִאשָׁה (ri'shah) is a feminine noun that appears in the Hebrew Bible to signify the concept of a beginning or something that holds a primary position. The term is closely related to the root רֹאשׁ (rosh), which means "head" and is often used metaphorically to denote leadership or the foremost position. In biblical usage, רִאשָׁה can refer to the start of a period, such as the beginning of a year or a reign, or it can denote the principal or chief aspect of something.

The concept of beginnings is significant in the biblical narrative, often marking the initiation of God's actions or covenants with humanity. For example, the creation account in Genesis emphasizes the beginning of the world, underscoring God's sovereignty and the order of creation. The term רִאשָׁה can also be used in a more abstract sense to denote the foremost or most important aspect of a concept, such as wisdom or understanding.

In the Berean Standard Bible, the term is translated in contexts that highlight the initiation or primary nature of an event or entity. The usage of רִאשָׁה in the Hebrew Bible reflects the broader theological themes of God's preeminence and the ordered structure of creation and history.

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