אָרֵךְ
a.rekh
“slow”
Definition
long
from H748 (אָרַךְ);
- long (pinions) 2) patient, slow to anger
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Grammar & Morphology
Adjective
H:A
Hebrew Adjective
Occurrences
אָרֵךְ appears 15 times in the Old Testament.
Distribution by Book
Key Passages
The end of a matter is better than the beginning,and a patient spirit is better than a proud one.
You understand, O LORD;remember me and attend to me.Avenge me against my persecutors.In Your patience, do not take me away.Know that I endure reproach for Your honor.
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A patient man has great understanding,but a quick-tempered man promotes folly.
The LORD is compassionate and gracious,slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion.
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