Strong's Lexicon elaphros: Light, easy Original Word: ἐλαφρός Word Origin: Derived from the root word ἐλαφρός, meaning "light" or "easy." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "elaphros," the concept of lightness or ease can be found in words like קַל (qal), which also means light or easy. Usage: The Greek word "elaphros" is used to describe something that is light in weight or easy to bear. In a metaphorical sense, it can refer to tasks, burdens, or responsibilities that are not oppressive or heavy. This term is often used to contrast with something that is burdensome or difficult. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of lightness was often associated with ease and freedom from burden. Philosophers and writers of the time would use the term to describe a state of being that was free from the encumbrances of life. In the context of the New Testament, this idea is often linked to the spiritual freedom and rest found in Christ, contrasting with the heavy burdens of legalistic practices. HELPS Word-studies 1645 elaphrós (from mikros, "least, little," J. Thayer) – properly, of little weight (light); (figuratively) easily managed (carried) because easy to bear (move with). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition light, easy to bear NASB Translation light (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1645: ἐλαφρόςἐλαφρός, ἐλαφρα, ἐλαφρόν, light in weight, quick, agile; a light φορτίον is used figuratively concerning the commandments of Jesus, easy to be kept, Matthew 11:30; neuter τό ἐλαφρόν, substantively, the lightness: τῆς θλίψεως (A. V. our light affliction), 2 Corinthians 4:17. (From Homer down.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance light. Probably akin to elauno and the base of elasson; light, i.e. Easy -- light. see GREEK elauno see GREEK elasson Forms and Transliterations ελαφραί ελαφρον ελαφρόν ἐλαφρόν ἐλαφρὸν ελαφρός ελαφρότερος elaphron elaphrón elaphrònLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 11:30 Adj-NNSGRK: φορτίον μου ἐλαφρόν ἐστιν NAS: is easy and My burden is light. KJV: burden is light. INT: burden of me light is 2 Corinthians 4:17 Adj-NNS |
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