Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth.
God created humankind male and female, so humankind can be fruitful H6509, multiply H7235 and fill H4390 the earth through the proses of sexual intercourse or procreation.
Sexual intercourse are not intended for experiencing and exploring sexual pleasure or accommodating lust, sexual intercourse are only for procreation purposes just as God wanted to be.
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Genesis 1:27-28 (KJV)
1:27 So God created man in his [own] image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.
1:28 And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful H6509, and multiply H7235, and replenish H4390 the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth.
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H6509. parah: To bear fruit, be fruitful, increase
Original Word: פָרָה
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: parah
Pronunciation: pah-RAH
Phonetic Spelling: (paw-raw')
Definition: To bear fruit, be fruitful, increase
Meaning: to bear fruit
Word Origin: A primitive root
Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G2592 (karpophoreo): To bear fruit, to bring forth fruit
- G2590 (karpos): Fruit
Usage: The Hebrew verb "parah" primarily means "to bear fruit" or "to be fruitful." It is often used in the context of physical fruitfulness, such as the bearing of children or the production of crops. The term can also be applied metaphorically to describe prosperity, growth, or success in various endeavors.
Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, fruitfulness was a significant concept, both agriculturally and in terms of family lineage. The ability to bear children was seen as a blessing from God, and agricultural abundance was a sign of divine favor. The idea of fruitfulness is deeply embedded in the covenantal promises given to the patriarchs, where God promises to make them fruitful and multiply their descendants.
https://biblehub.com/hebrew/6509.htm
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H7235. rabah: To increase, to multiply, to become many, to grow
Original Word: רָבָה
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: rabah
Pronunciation: rah-BAH
Phonetic Spelling: (raw-baw')
Definition: To increase, to multiply, to become many, to grow
Meaning: to increase
Word Origin: A primitive root
Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G4129 (πληθύνω, plethyno): To multiply, to increase
- G4119 (πλείων, pleion): More, greater
Usage: The Hebrew verb "rabah" primarily conveys the idea of increasing or multiplying. It is used in various contexts throughout the Old Testament to describe the growth or expansion of people, nations, livestock, and even abstract concepts like sin or peace. The term often implies a blessing or divine favor, especially when referring to the multiplication of descendants or prosperity.
Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near Eastern context, the concept of multiplication was closely tied to the idea of blessing and prosperity. Large families and abundant livestock were seen as signs of divine favor and were essential for survival and economic stability. The promise of multiplication, especially in terms of descendants, was a significant aspect of God's covenant with the patriarchs, reflecting the cultural importance of lineage and inheritance.
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H4390. male or mala: To fill, be full, fulfill, complete
Original Word: מָלֵא
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: male'
Pronunciation: mah-LAY
Phonetic Spelling: (maw-lay')
Definition: To fill, be full, fulfill, complete
Meaning: to fill, be full of
Word Origin: A primitive root
Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G4137 (πληρόω, plēroō) - to fill, fulfill
- G4130 (πληρόω, plēroō) - to fill, to be full
Usage: The Hebrew verb "male" primarily means "to fill" or "to be full." It is used in various contexts, including the physical filling of spaces or containers, the fulfillment of time or promises, and the completion of tasks or duties. The word can also imply abundance or being fully satisfied.
Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the concept of fullness was significant both in a literal and metaphorical sense. The idea of filling was often associated with God's provision and blessing, as seen in the filling of the land with His presence or the fulfillment of His promises. The term also carried connotations of completeness and perfection, reflecting the Hebrew understanding of God's nature and His works.
https://biblehub.com/hebrew/4390.htm
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Last Updated on 2025-04-06 by assa