Strong's Lexicon daknó: To bite Original Word: δάκνω Word Origin: A primary verb Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "δάκνω," the concept of harmful speech or actions can be related to Hebrew words like "נָשַׁךְ" (nashak), which also means "to bite" and is used metaphorically in the Old Testament. Usage: The Greek verb "δάκνω" (daknó) primarily means "to bite." It is used metaphorically in the New Testament to describe harmful or destructive behavior, particularly in the context of interpersonal relationships within the Christian community. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Greco-Roman world, biting was often associated with wild animals and was used metaphorically to describe aggressive or harmful human behavior. The metaphor of biting would have been understood by early Christians as a vivid illustration of destructive actions that can harm the unity and love within the body of Christ. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom a prim. root dak- Definition to bite NASB Translation bite (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1143: δάκνωδάκνω; to bite; a. properly, with the teeth. b. metaphorically, to wound the soul, cut, lacerate, rend with reproaches: Galatians 5:15. So even in Homer, Iliad 5, 493 μῦθος δακε φρενας, Menander quoted in Athen. 12, 77, p. 552 e., and times without number in other authors. A prolonged form of a primary root; to bite, i.e. (figuratively) thwart -- bite. |
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