Original Word: רִכְבָּה
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: rikbah
Pronunciation: rik-bah'
Phonetic Spelling: (rik-baw')
Definition: Chariotry, chariot force
Meaning: a chariot

Word Origin: Derived from the root רָכַב (rakab), meaning "to ride" or "to mount."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "rikbah," the concept of chariots is often translated in the Septuagint using the Greek word ἅρμα (harma), Strong's Greek #716.

Usage: The term "rikbah" refers to a collection or force of chariots, often used in a military context. It denotes the chariotry as a unit or division within an army, emphasizing the strength and mobility that chariots provided in ancient warfare.

Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near East, chariots were a symbol of military power and technological advancement. They were used for swift movement on the battlefield, providing a tactical advantage over foot soldiers. The use of chariots is well-documented in various ancient cultures, including the Egyptians, Hittites, and Israelites. Chariots were often associated with royalty and elite warriors, and their presence in an army could be a decisive factor in battle.

Word Origin
from rakab
Definition
(act of) riding
NASB Translation
riding (1).

רִכְבָּה noun feminine act of riding; — ׳לְר Ezekiel 27:20.

chariots

Feminine of rekeb; a chariot (collectively) -- chariots.

see HEBREW rekeb

לְרִכְבָּֽה׃ לרכבה׃ lə·riḵ·bāh lerichBah ləriḵbāhInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts