Strong's Lexicon derma: Skin, hide Original Word: δέρμα Word Origin: From the Greek verb δέρω (dero), meaning "to skin" or "to flay." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with skin is עוֹר (or), Strong's Hebrew #5785, which also means skin or hide. Usage: The term "derma" refers to the skin or hide of an animal or human. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to describe the outer covering of the body, emphasizing the physical aspect of human or animal life. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, skin was often associated with the physical and tangible aspects of life. It was considered the protective covering of the body, essential for health and survival. In biblical times, animal skins were also used for clothing, tents, and writing materials (such as parchment). The concept of skin in the Bible can symbolize both vulnerability and protection. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom deró Definition the skin NASB Translation goatskins* (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1192: δέρμαδέρμα, δέρματος, τό (from δέρω or δείρω, as κέρμα from κείρω), a skin, hide, leather: Hebrews 11:37. (Homer and following.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance skin. From dero; a hide -- skin. see GREEK dero Forms and Transliterations δέρμα δερμασιν δέρμασιν δέρματα δέρματι δέρματί δέρματος dermasin dérmasinLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Hebrews 11:37 N-DNPGRK: ἐν αἰγείοις δέρμασιν ὑστερούμενοι θλιβόμενοι INT: in goats' skins being destitute being oppressed |
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