A primitive root meaning to be tender, soft, or delicate. When applied to the heart, it describes responsiveness to God β the opposite of hardness.
Rakak holds one of the most beautiful OT moments. When Josiah hears the Law read aloud, God says: 'Because thine heart was tender...I also have heard thee' (2 Kings 22:19). A tender heart is God's prerequisite for hearing. God doesn't need strong people β He needs soft ones.