Strong's Lexicon ichthudion: small fish, little fish Original Word: ἰχθύδιον Word Origin: Diminutive form of ἰχθύς (ichthys), meaning "fish" Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "ichthudion," the general term for fish in Hebrew is דָּג (dag), Strong's Hebrew #1709. Usage: The term "ichthudion" refers to a small fish or little fish. It is used in the New Testament to describe the fish that were part of the miraculous feeding of the multitudes by Jesus. The diminutive form emphasizes the small size of the fish, highlighting the miraculous nature of the event where a small amount of food was used to feed a large crowd. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Mediterranean world, fish was a common part of the diet, especially for those living near the Sea of Galilee and other bodies of water. Fishing was a significant occupation, and fish were often preserved by drying or salting. The use of "ichthudion" in the New Testament reflects the everyday life and sustenance of the people during that time. The fish symbol also became an early Christian symbol, representing Jesus Christ and the faith of believers. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origindim. of ichthus Definition a little fish NASB Translation small fish (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2485: ἰχθύδιονἰχθύδιον, ἰχθυδιου, τό (diminutive from ἰχθύς), a little fish: Matthew 15:34; Mark 8:7. (From Aristophanes on.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance small fish. Diminutive from ichthus; a petty fish -- little (small) fish. see GREEK ichthus Forms and Transliterations ιχθυδια ιχθύδια ἰχθύδια ιχθυηράν ιχθυικήν ichthudia ichthydia ichthýdiaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 15:34 N-ANPGRK: καὶ ὀλίγα ἰχθύδια NAS: Seven, and a few small fish. KJV: and a few little fishes. INT: and a few small fish Mark 8:7 N-ANP |
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