Youthful | νεανίας (neanias) | (is it noun)
Etymology and Semantic Analysis The English word ‘youthful’ is derived from the Old English ‘geoguð’, denoting the period between childhood and adulthood. In the New Testament, the Greek equivalent ‘νεανίας’ (neanias) is used, primarily signifying a young man or youth. This term appears in various contexts, often highlighting the vigor, vitality, and potential characterizing this […]
Dwell | (Greek: κατοικέω, Hebrew: שָׁכַן) | Verb
Etymology and Semantic Analysis The English word ‘dwell’ originates from the Old English ‘dwelian,’ meaning to mislead or to err. However, over time, its meaning shifted to ‘delay,’ ‘linger,’ and eventually ‘remain.’ In the Biblical context, ‘dwell’ predominantly translates from the Greek word ‘κατοικέω’ (katoikeō) and the Hebrew word ‘שָׁכַן’ (shakan). ‘Katoikeō’ carries the connotation […]
Destroy ἀπόλλυμι (apollymi) | Verb
Etymology and Semantic Analysis The English word ‘destroy’ is translated in the New Testament primarily from the Greek verb ἀπόλλυμι (apollymi), which carries a range of meanings including to destroy, lose, or perish. This verb is a complex term encompassing both the cessation of existence and the concept of ruin without complete annihilation. In the […]