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H7272 · Hebrew · Old Testament
רֶגֶל
regel
Noun, feminine
foot, step, journey

Definition

The foot as the organ of travel and as a metaphor for life's path. Washing feet was hospitality; putting feet on enemies' necks was victory. God guides the regel of the righteous.

Usage & Theological Significance

Feet represent direction and allegiance — you go where you place your feet. The Psalms and Proverbs use regel to picture moral choices as paths and the godly life as sure-footed walking.

Key Bible Verses

Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp to my feet [regel] and a light to my path.
Proverbs 4:26 Ponder the path of your feet [regel]; then all your ways will be sure.
Isaiah 52:7 How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet [regel] of him who brings good news.

Word Study

Isaiah 52:7's beautiful feet of the messenger become Paul's foundation for gospel preaching (Rom 10:15). The foot, as the instrument of going, represents the urgency and beauty of carrying good news.

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