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Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word λύχνος (luchnos), meaning "lamp" or "light."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent of λυχνία is מְנוֹרָה (menorah), Strong's Hebrew Number 4501, which refers to the lampstand used in the tabernacle and temple, as described in Exodus 25:31-40. The menorah is a significant symbol in Jewish tradition, representing divine light and guidance.

Usage: The term λυχνία is used in the New Testament to describe the lampstands found in the tabernacle and the temple, as well as in symbolic visions, such as those in the Book of Revelation.

Context: The Greek word λυχνία (luchnia) appears in several key passages within the New Testament, most notably in the Book of Revelation. In Revelation 1:12-13, John describes a vision of seven golden lampstands, which are later explained to represent the seven churches: "Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking with me. And having turned, I saw seven golden lampstands, and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest" (BSB).

The imagery of the lampstand is deeply rooted in the Old Testament, where the menorah, a seven-branched lampstand, was a central feature in the tabernacle (Exodus 25:31-40) and later in the temple. The menorah was a symbol of God's light and presence among His people. In the New Testament, the lampstand continues to symbolize the church's role in bearing the light of Christ to the world.

The use of λυχνία in Revelation emphasizes the spiritual condition and witness of the churches. The removal of a lampstand, as warned in Revelation 2:5, signifies the loss of a church's witness and effectiveness if it fails to remain faithful: "Therefore, keep in mind how far you have fallen. Repent and perform the deeds you did at first. If you do not repent, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place" (BSB).

Englishman's Concordance

μελῶν — 2 Occ.
μέλος — 5 Occ.
Μελχὶ — 2 Occ.
Μελχισεδέκ — 8 Occ.
ἔμελεν — 2 Occ.
μέλει — 7 Occ.
μελέτω — 1 Occ.
μεμβράνας — 1 Occ.
μέμφεται — 1 Occ.
μεμφόμενος — 1 Occ.
μὲν — 182 Occ.
Μενοῦν — 1 Occ.
μενοῦνγε — 2 Occ.
μέντοι — 8 Occ.
ἐμείναμεν — 2 Occ.
ἔμειναν — 2 Occ.
ἔμεινεν — 10 Occ.
ἔμενεν — 3 Occ.
ἔμενον — 1 Occ.
μεῖναι — 6 Occ.