Strong's Lexicon eidóleion: Idol temple Original Word: εἰδωλεῖον Word Origin: Derived from εἴδωλον (eidolon), meaning "idol." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The concept of idol worship in the Old Testament is often associated with the Hebrew word פֶּסֶל (pesel, Strong's H6459), meaning "idol" or "graven image." Usage: The term "eidóleion" refers specifically to a temple or place dedicated to the worship of idols. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to describe locations where pagan deities were venerated, and where sacrifices and offerings were made to these false gods. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, idol temples were common and central to religious, social, and economic life. These temples were dedicated to a pantheon of gods and goddesses, and they often served as venues for festivals, feasts, and various forms of worship. The early Christians, living in such a polytheistic society, faced significant challenges in maintaining their faith amidst the pervasive influence of idol worship. The apostolic teachings frequently addressed the issue of idolatry, urging believers to remain separate from pagan practices. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom eidólon Definition an idol's temple NASB Translation idol's temple (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1493: εἰδωλεῖονεἰδωλεῖον (εἰδώλιον T WH; see Iota), ἐιδωλειου, τό (εἴδωλον, which see; cf. 'Ἀσκληπειον, Ἀπολλωνειον, ἡρακλειον etc. (Winers Grammar, 95 (90))), an idol's temple, temple consecrated to idols: 1 Corinthians 8:10 (1 Macc. 1:47 1 Macc. 10:83; 1 Esdr. 2:9; not found in secular authors; for in the fragment from Sophocles (152 Dindorf) in Plutarch, de amico et adul. c. 36 ἑδωλια has of late been restored). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance idol's temple. Neuter of a presumed derivative of eidolon; an image-fane -- idol's temple. see GREEK eidolon Forms and Transliterations ειδωλείω εἰδωλείῳ ειδωλιω εἰδωλίῳ eidoleio eidōleiō eidoleíoi eidōleíōiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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