בָּרִיחַ
A fugitive , i.e. the serpent (as fleeing ), and the constellation by that name
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What does בָּרִיחַ (bāriyḥa) mean in the Bible?
בָּרִיחַ (bāriyḥa) is a Hebrew word meaning "a fugitive , i.e. the serpent (as fleeing ), and the constellation by that name". a fugitive, i.
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Meaning
A fleeing creature metaphorically extended to denote both serpentine motion and a celestial body (Draco constellation).
a fugitive, i.e. the serpent (as fleeing), and the constellation by that name BDB: fleeing Usage: crooked, noble, piercing.
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