Strong's Lexicon rhoizédon: With a rushing sound, with a roar Original Word: ῥοιζηδόν Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word ῥοῖζος (rhoizos), meaning "a rushing sound" or "a whirring noise." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "rhoizédon," similar concepts of roaring or rushing sounds can be found in Hebrew words like קוֹל (qol), meaning "voice" or "sound," often used to describe the voice of God or the sound of thunder. Usage: The adverb "rhoizédon" is used to describe a sound that is characterized by a rushing or roaring noise. It conveys the idea of something moving with great speed and force, often accompanied by a loud, whirring sound. In the New Testament, it is used to depict the dramatic and powerful nature of certain events, emphasizing the intensity and suddenness of the action. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the term "rhoizédon" would have been understood in the context of natural phenomena such as storms, winds, or the sound of rushing waters. The imagery of a roaring sound was often associated with divine or supernatural occurrences, reflecting the awe and fear that such events could inspire. In the biblical context, this term underscores the power and majesty of God's actions, particularly in eschatological or apocalyptic scenarios. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from rhoizos (the whistling of an arrow) Definition with a rushing sound NASB Translation roar (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4500: ῤοιζηδόνῤοιζηδόν (ῤοιζέω to make a confused noise), adverb, 'with a loud noise': 2 Peter 3:10. (Nicander, ther. 556; Geoponica, others.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance with a great noise. Adverb from a derivative of rhoizos (a whir); whizzingly, i.e. With a crash -- with a great noise. Forms and Transliterations ροιζηδον ροιζηδόν ῥοιζηδὸν ροίζος ροϊσκον ροϊσκους ροϊσκων rhoizedon rhoizedòn rhoizēdon rhoizēdòn roizedon roizēdonLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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