Berean Strong's Lexicon Lukia: Lycia Original Word: Λυκία Word Origin: Derived from the ancient region name Λυκία (Lukia) in Asia Minor. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for Lycia, as it is a specific geographical location mentioned in the New Testament Greek context. Usage: Lycia refers to a historical region located in the southwestern part of Asia Minor, which is modern-day Turkey. In the New Testament, it is mentioned in the context of Paul's missionary journeys. Cultural and Historical Background: Lycia was an ancient geopolitical region known for its unique culture and language. It was part of the Roman province of Asia during the New Testament period. The region was known for its rugged terrain and coastal cities, which were significant for trade and travel. Lycia had a rich history of interaction with Greek and Roman civilizations, and it was known for its confederation of cities, which was a unique form of government in the ancient world. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originperhaps from lukos Definition Lycia, a region of Asia Minor NASB Translation Lycia (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3073: ΛυκίαΛυκία, Λυκίας, ἡ, Lycia, a mountainous region of Asia Minor, bounded by Pamphylia, Phrygia, Caria and the Mediterranean: Acts 27:5 (1 Macc. 15:23). (B. D., under the word; Dict. of Geogr. under the word; references in Lightfoot on Colossians, p. 1.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Lycia. Probably remotely from lukos; Lycia, a province of Asia Minor -- Lycia. see GREEK lukos Forms and Transliterations Λυκιας Λυκίας Lukias Lykias LykíasLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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