Dominion | κυριότης (kyriotēs) | Noun
Etymology and Semantic Analysis The term ‘dominion’ finds its roots in the Old French ‘dominion,’ which originated from the Latin ‘dominio,’ denoting ownership or control. In the Biblical context, especially in the New Testament, it translates to the Greek word κυριότης (kyriotēs), which signifies lordship or sovereign power. This term occurs in passages like 2 […]
Day in the Bible | Ημέρα (Greek) / יוֹם (Hebrew) | Noun
Etymology and Semantic Analysis The word ‘day’ in English is derived from Old English ‘dæg’. In the New Testament, the Greek equivalent is ‘ημέρα’ (hēmera), signifying a 24-hour period or daylight hours. In the Hebrew Bible, ‘יוֹם’ (yom) carries a similar meaning. The semantic range of ‘day’ varies: it can denote a literal day, a […]