Strong's Lexicon pélos: Clay, Mud Original Word: πηλός Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root word for "clay" or "mud." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H2563 (חֹמֶר, chomer): Refers to clay or mud, often used in the context of pottery or construction. - H6083 (עָפָר, afar): Dust or dry earth, used in the creation narrative of Adam. Usage: In the New Testament, "pélos" refers to clay or mud, often used in the context of creation or healing. It signifies the material from which God forms and transforms, illustrating divine power and creativity. The term is used to describe the physical substance that Jesus used in His miraculous healing of the blind man, symbolizing the transformative power of Christ. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient times, clay was a common material used for pottery, construction, and art. It was a symbol of creation and formation, as seen in various cultural myths and religious texts. In the Jewish tradition, clay is associated with the creation of man, as God formed Adam from the dust of the ground. This cultural understanding underscores the biblical narrative of God as the ultimate Creator and Potter, shaping humanity and the world. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition clay NASB Translation clay (6). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4081: πηλόςπηλός, πηλοῦ, ὁ, from Aeschylus and Herodotus down; a. clay, which the potter uses (Isaiah 29:16; Isaiah 41:25; Nahum 3:14): Romans 9:21. b. equivalent to mud (wet 'clay'): John 9:6, 11, 14f. Perhaps a primary word; clay -- clay. Englishman's Concordance John 9:6 N-AMSGRK: καὶ ἐποίησεν πηλὸν ἐκ τοῦ NAS: and made clay of the spittle, KJV: and made clay of the spittle, INT: and made clay of the John 9:6 N-AMS John 9:11 N-AMS John 9:14 N-AMS John 9:15 N-AMS Romans 9:21 N-GMS Strong's Greek 4081 |
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