Strong's Lexicon diatagma: Decree, ordinance, command Original Word: διάταγμα Word Origin: From the Greek verb διατάσσω (diatassō), meaning "to arrange" or "to appoint." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of a decree or ordinance is חֹק (choq, Strong's H2706), which refers to a statute or prescribed limit, often used in the context of God's laws. Usage: The term "διάταγμα" (diatagma) refers to a formal decree or ordinance, often issued by a governing authority. In the context of the New Testament, it can denote a command or regulation that is established by divine or human authority. It emphasizes the authoritative nature of the command and the expectation of compliance. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, decrees were common as a means of governance, issued by emperors, kings, or local authorities to regulate civic and religious life. Such decrees were often inscribed on stone or metal and publicly displayed. In the Jewish context, decrees could also refer to the laws given by God through Moses, which were central to the life and identity of the Jewish people. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom diatassó Definition an edict, mandate NASB Translation edict (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance commandment. From diatasso; an arrangement, i.e. (authoritative) edict -- commandment. see GREEK diatasso Forms and Transliterations διαταγμα διάταγμα διατάγματος διατάξει διατάξεως διάταξιν diatagma diátagmaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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