Rechab Summary
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Rechab was the ancestor of the Rechabites, a nomadic tribe known for their faithfulness to God's commands.
father of Jehonadab (2KI 10:15), a Kenite (1CH 2:55)
Lineage: Hemath › Rechab
Names
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Rechab
square; chariot with team of four horses
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Rechab
· Also called · H7394 none · 2KI 10:15 [prob.] rider or horseman [from to ride, mount]”
- en Rekab · Also called
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רֵכָב
rekhav · H7394 · 2KI 10:15 [prob.] rider or horseman [from to ride, mount]”
- he רֵכָבִי · H7397A
- el Ρηχαβ Rēxab · none · 2KI 10:15
- bg Рехав
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Rechab Article
STEPBible TIPNR
Rechab was the father of Jehonadab (2Ki 10:15) and the ancestor of the Rechabites, a nomadic tribe known for their strict adherence to God's commands (Jeremiah 35). The Rechabites were descendants of the Kenites, who were associated with the Israelites since the time of Moses (Jdg 1:16). Jehonadab, son of Rechab, supported Jehu in his purge of Baal worship in Israel (2Ki 10:15-23). The Rechabites were known for their obedience to the commands of their ancestor Jonadab, which included abstaining from wine, not building houses, not sowing seed, and not planting vineyards (Jer 35:6-7). When the prophet Jeremiah tested their obedience by offering them wine, they refused, demonstrating their commitment to their ancestral vows (Jer 35:1-11). God commended the Rechabites for their faithfulness and promised that they would always have a descendant to serve Him (Jer 35:18-19). The example of the Rechabites stands as a model of obedience and devotion to God in the midst of a society that had largely abandoned His ways.
Rechab 2 Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
The father of Jehonadab, who was the father of the Rechabites (2 Kings 10:15, 23; Jer. 35:6-19).
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