Strong's Lexicon Leuis: Levi Original Word: Λευίς Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew לֵוִי (Levi) Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: H3878 - לֵוִי (Levi) Usage: In the New Testament, "Leuis" refers to Levi, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, whose descendants became the tribe of Levi. This tribe was set apart for religious duties and service in the tabernacle and later the temple. Levi is also the name of the apostle Matthew before his calling by Jesus (Mark 2:14). Cultural and Historical Background: The tribe of Levi held a unique position among the Israelites. Unlike other tribes, they were not allocated a specific territory but were given cities scattered throughout Israel. Their primary role was religious service, including duties as priests and caretakers of the tabernacle and temple. This special status is rooted in their ancestor Levi, the third son of Jacob and Leah. In the New Testament, Levi is also associated with Matthew, the tax collector turned apostle, highlighting a transformation from a life of secular work to one of spiritual significance. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe same as Leui, q.v. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Levi. A form of Leui; Lewis (i.e. Levi), a Christian -- Levi. see GREEK Leui Forms and Transliterations Λευειν Λευεὶν Λευεις Λευεὶς Λευὶν Λευὶς Leuin Leuìn Leuis LeuìsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Mark 2:14 N-AMSGRK: παράγων εἶδεν Λευὶν τὸν τοῦ KJV: he saw Levi the [son] of Alphaeus INT: passing on he saw Levi the [son] Luke 5:27 N-AMS Luke 5:29 N-NMS Strong's Greek 3018 |
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