Etymology
Roots in Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic
HebrewTheological terms
Ruachruach — biblical meaning
רוּחַ (ruach)
Transliteration
ruach
Pronunciation
RU-ach
MEANING
Spirit; wind; breath
ROOT
רוח (ruach)
ETYMOLOGY
A polysemous word that can mean wind, breath, or spirit. In theological contexts it refers to God's Spirit.
BIBLICAL USE
It describes God's active presence, from creation (Genesis 1:2) to empowerment for service.
RELATED VERSES
Genesis 1:2Ezekiel 37:9Joel 2:28
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