Womb, (usually בֶּטֶן,γαστήρ, both meaning belly, as often rendered; but the distinctive term is רִחִם). The fruit of the womb is children (Genesis 30:2), and the Psalmist describes them as the blessing of marriage (Psalms 127:3-5). SEE CHILD.
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Author: McClintock and Strong Cyclopedia
Keywords: Womb, childbirth, giving birth
Bible reference(s): Genesis 30:2, Psalms 127:3
Source: John McClintock and James Strong, Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological, and Ecclesiastical Literature.
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