Berean Strong's Lexicon onikos: Of a donkey, pertaining to a donkey Original Word: ὀνικός Word Origin: Derived from ὄνος (onos), meaning "donkey" or "ass." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Hebrew term is חֲמוֹר (chamor), Strong's Hebrew #2543, which also means "donkey" or "ass." Usage: The term "onikós" is used to describe something that is related to or characteristic of a donkey. In the context of the New Testament, it is often used to describe the colt or young donkey that Jesus rode into Jerusalem, fulfilling the prophecy of the Messiah's humble arrival. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, donkeys were common beasts of burden, valued for their strength and endurance. They were often associated with humility and service, in contrast to horses, which were symbols of war and power. The use of a donkey in biblical narratives often underscores themes of humility and peace. In the context of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, riding a donkey signified His role as the Prince of Peace, fulfilling the prophecy in Zechariah 9:9. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom onos Definition of or for a donkey NASB Translation heavy (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3684: ὀνικόςὀνικός, ὀνικη, ὀνικον (ὄνος), of or for an ass: μύλος ὀνικός i. e. turned by an ass (see μύλος, 1), Mark 9:42 L T Tr WH; Luke 17:2 Rec.; Matthew 18:6. Not found elsewhere. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance of or for a donkeyFrom onos; belonging to a ass, i.e. Large (so as to be turned by a ass) -- millstone. see GREEK onos Forms and Transliterations ονικος ονικός ὀνικὸς onikos onikòsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 18:6 Adj-NMSGRK: κρεμασθῇ μύλος ὀνικὸς περὶ τὸν NAS: it would be better for him to have a heavy millstone INT: should be hung a millstone heavy upon the Mark 9:42 Adj-NMS |