Strong's Lexicon Illurikon: Illyricum Original Word: Ἰλλυρικόν Word Origin: Derived from the region name Ἰλλυρία (Illyria), referring to a geographical area in the western part of the Balkan Peninsula. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for Illyricum, as it is a specific geographical term related to the Greco-Roman world. Usage: Illyricum refers to a Roman province located in the western Balkans, which is mentioned in the New Testament as part of the Apostle Paul's missionary journeys. It signifies the extent of Paul's evangelistic efforts, highlighting the spread of the Gospel to the Gentile regions. Cultural and Historical Background: Illyricum was a significant Roman province during the time of the New Testament, encompassing parts of modern-day Albania, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro. It was known for its diverse population and strategic location along the Adriatic Sea, serving as a crucial link between the Eastern and Western Roman Empires. The region was a melting pot of cultures and languages, making it a challenging yet vital area for early Christian mission work. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain origin Definition Illyricum, a region adjacent to the Adriatic Sea NASB Translation Illyricum (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2437: ἸλλυρικόνἸλλυρικόν, Ἰλλυρικοῦ, τό, Illyricum, a region lying between Italy, Germany, Macedonia and Thrace, having on one side the Adriatic Sea, and on the other the Danube: Romans 15:19 (cf. B. D. American edition). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Illyricum. Neuter of an adjective from a name of uncertain derivation: (the) Illyrican (shore), i.e. (as a name itself) Illyricum, a region of Europe -- Illyricum. Forms and Transliterations Ιλλυρικου Ἰλλυρικοῦ ιλύν ιλύος Illurikou Illyrikou IllyrikoûLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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