ῥῆμα: hrēma (G4487), a Greek word meaning "an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naught whatever"
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The word *ῥῆμα* refers to something spoken or said, often translated as "word." It can describe individual words, sayings, statements, or commands, including prophetic or divine instructions. Additionally, it can refer to a subject or matter being discussed, not just the speech itself.
a spoken word; a specific utterance or saying
In the King James Version, this word is translated as + evil, + nothing, saying, and word. Its core semantic range includes: + evil, + nothing, saying, word.
- a saying, declaration, or command
- the content of a message as spoken
- a matter or topic (as the subject of speech)
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ῥῆμα
Pronunciationhrēma
G4487
an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naught whatever
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