KJV Word Help Library – Letter R
KJV Words Beginning With R
This section of the KJV Word Help Library focuses on words that begin with the letter [R]. Each word includes modern synonyms, a simple sentence to explain its meaning, and Bible verses that show how the word is used in Scripture. These definitions are designed to help you read the King James Bible with clarity and understanding, no matter your level of familiarity with older English.
LETTER R
1. Rabble
Definition/Synonyms:
— crowd, mob, disorderly group, common people
Simple Meaning: A noisy or disorderly crowd.
Verse Reference(s): (Acts 17:5; Exodus 12:38)
2. Racon (KJV “rakan” concept: thin/lean)
Definition/Synonyms:
— lean, thin, weak, lacking strength
Simple Meaning: Something thin or without strength.
Verse Reference(s): (Genesis 41:3–4; Psalm 109:24)
3. Raging
Definition/Synonyms:
— violent, furious, stormy, uncontrollable
Simple Meaning: Showing intense anger or violent force.
Verse Reference(s): (Proverbs 28:15; Jude 1:13)
4. Railing
Definition/Synonyms: – insulting, abusive speech
Simple meaning: Speaking harshly or mockingly.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Peter 3:9; Jude 1:9)
5. Raiment
Definition/Synonyms:
— clothing, garments, apparel, robe
Simple Meaning: Clothing a person wears.
Verse Reference(s): (Genesis 35:2; Matthew 17:2)
6. Ransom
Definition/Synonyms:
— redemption price, payment, deliverance, rescue
Simple Meaning: A price paid to free someone.
Verse Reference(s): (Hosea 13:14; Matthew 20:28)
7. Ravening
Definition/Synonyms:
— devouring, greedy, destructive, vicious
Simple Meaning: Fiercely tearing apart or destroying.
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 7:15; Luke 11:39)
8. Rebuke
Definition/Synonyms: – correct sharply
Simple meaning: To firmly correct someone.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Timothy 4:2; Luke 17:3)
9. Reckon
Definition/Synonyms: – consider, count
Simple meaning: To think of something as true.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 6:11; 8:18)
10. Recompense
Definition/Synonyms:
— repay, reward, return, give back
Simple Meaning: To repay someone for what they have done.
Verse Reference(s): (Proverbs 20:22; Romans 12:19)
11. Redemption
Definition/Synonyms: – deliverance, buying back
Simple meaning: Being saved by Christ’s sacrifice.
Verse Reference(s): (Ephesians 1:7; Colossians 1:14)
12. Redound
Definition/Synonyms:
— overflow, result in, contribute to, produce return
Simple Meaning: To result in something—usually glory or increase.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Corinthians 4:15; Philippians 1:11)
13. Regeneration
Definition/Synonyms: – new birth, renewal
Simple meaning: Spiritual rebirth by the Holy Spirit.
Verse Reference(s): (Titus 3:5; Matthew 19:28)
14. Reins
Definition/Synonyms:
— inner being, heart, mind, emotions
Simple Meaning: The inward thoughts and feelings of a person.
Verse Reference(s): (Psalm 26:2; Jeremiah 17:10)
15. Rend
Definition/Synonyms:
— tear, rip apart, break, split
Simple Meaning: To tear something forcefully.
Verse Reference(s): (Joel 2:13; Matthew 27:51)
16. Reproach
Definition/Synonyms:
— shame, disgrace, scorn, insult
Simple Meaning: To shame or criticize someone harshly.
Verse Reference(s): (Psalm 69:20; Luke 6:22)
17. Reprobate
Definition/Synonyms: – rejected, morally corrupt
Simple meaning: Failing to meet God’s standard.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Corinthians 13:5; Romans 1:28)
18. Reproof
Definition/Synonyms: – correction, rebuke
Simple meaning: Correction meant to guide back to truth.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Timothy 3:16; Proverbs 3:11)
19. Requite
Definition/Synonyms:
— repay, return, reward, give back
Simple Meaning: To pay someone back for what they did—good or bad.
Verse Reference(s): (Ruth 2:12; 2 Samuel 3:39)
20. Respite
Definition/Synonyms:
— rest, relief, pause, delay
Simple Meaning: A short period of rest or relief.
Verse Reference(s): (Exodus 8:15; Isaiah 30:15)
21. Revelings
Definition/Synonyms: – wild parties, excessive feasting
Simple meaning: Sinful partying and excess.
Verse Reference(s): (Galatians 5:21; 1 Peter 4:3)
22. Reverence
Definition/Synonyms: – respect, honor
Simple meaning: Deep respect, especially toward God.
Verse Reference(s): (Hebrews 12:28; Ephesians 5:33)
23. Revile
Definition/Synonyms:
— insult, speak evil of, slander, mock
Simple Meaning: To insult someone with harsh words.
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 5:11; 1 Peter 2:23)
23. Rudiments
Definition/Synonyms: – basic principles, first teachings
Simple meaning: Elementary teachings.
Verse Reference(s): (Colossians 2:8; Hebrews 5:12)
25. Rue
Definition/Synonyms:
— regret, sorrow, remorse, lament
Simple Meaning: To feel sorrow or regret.
Verse Reference(s): (Jeremiah 31:19; Isaiah 1:24)