### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Hebrew word **rᵉvâyâh**, represented by `{{H7310}}`, conveys a state of **satisfaction** and overflowing abundance. It appears 2 times across 2 unique verses in the Bible. The term's definitions, "runneth over" and "wealthy," point to a condition of being more than adequately supplied.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
In its biblical usage, `{{H7310}}` illustrates God's abundant provision in two distinct contexts. In [[Psalms 23:5]], it describes a cup that **runneth over** as part of a feast prepared by God in the presence of enemies, symbolizing a personal and overflowing blessing. In [[Psalms 66:12]], the term is translated as a **wealthy** place, signifying a state of prosperous deliverance that God provides after a period of intense trial through fire and water.
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words provide a fuller picture of the circumstances surrounding this state of abundance:
* `{{H3563}}` **kôwç** (a cup): This word is directly associated with `{{H7310}}` in the image of a **cup** that "runneth over" [[Psalms 23:5]]. It often represents a person's lot or portion, whether of salvation or judgment ([[Psalms 116:13]], [[Psalms 75:8]]).
* `{{H3318}}` **yâtsâʼ** (to go out): The deliverance into a "wealthy place" is the result of God having "broughtest us **out**" [[Psalms 66:12]]. This word signifies being brought forth from a state of confinement or trial into a new reality.
* `{{H784}}` **ʼêsh** (fire): Israel passed through **fire** and water as a trial before being brought into a wealthy place [[Psalms 66:12]]. Fire often symbolizes a means of divine testing or judgment [[Zechariah 13:9]].
* `{{H6186}}` **ʻârak** (to set in a row, i.e. arrange, put in order): This is the action God takes to **prepare** a table, which leads to the state of overflow [[Psalms 23:5]]. It implies a deliberate and ordered provision from God.
### Theological Significance
The theological weight of `{{H7310}}` is centered on the nature of God's provision and restoration.
* **Abundance in the Midst of Opposition:** The term signifies a provision that is not only sufficient but extravagant. The cup that "runneth over" is prepared in the presence of enemies, illustrating that God's blessing is not limited by hostile circumstances [[Psalms 23:5]].
* **Deliverance into Prosperity:** The concept of a "wealthy place" is framed as the end result of a journey through intense trials. It represents God's power to not only save His people from affliction but to restore them to a place of security and abundance [[Psalms 66:12]].
* **God as the Source of Satisfaction:** In both instances, the state of overflowing satisfaction is a direct result of God's action. He prepares the table and brings His people out, establishing that true wealth and satisfaction originate from Him.
### Summary
In summary, `{{H7310}}` defines a state of divine satisfaction and abundance. Though it appears only twice, its uses are potent, depicting both a personal cup that **runneth over** with blessing [[Psalms 23:5]] and a collective deliverance into a **wealthy** place after trial [[Psalms 66:12]]. The word encapsulates God's character as a provider who not only sustains but also blesses with overflowing satisfaction, turning hardship into prosperity.