4603. sidéros

Lexicon

sidéros: Iron

Original Word: σίδηρος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: sidéros
Pronunciation: see'-day-ros
Phonetic Spelling: (sid-ay'-reh-os)
Definition: Iron
Meaning: made of iron.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

of iron.

From sideros; made of iron -- (of) iron.

see GREEK sideros

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
a prim. word
Definition
iron
NASB Translation
iron (5).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 4603: σιδήρεος

σιδήρεος, σιδηρεα, σιδηρεον, contracted σιδηρεους, σιδηρεα, σιδηρεουν (σίδηρος), from Homer down, made of iron: Acts 12:10; Revelation 2:27; Revelation 9:9; Revelation 12:5; Revelation 19:15.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from ancient Greek, the term σίδηρος is a classical Greek word used to denote iron.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek word σίδηρος corresponds to several Hebrew terms in the Old Testament that denote iron, including:

- בַּרְזֶל (barzel) • Strong's Hebrew 1270: This is the primary Hebrew word for iron, used extensively throughout the Old Testament to describe iron tools, weapons, and metaphorical uses similar to those in the New Testament.

These Hebrew and Greek terms collectively highlight the significance of iron in biblical literature, both as a material and a symbol.

Usage: The term σίδηρος appears in the New Testament to describe objects made of iron or to metaphorically convey strength or oppression. It is used in contexts that highlight the physical properties of iron or its symbolic implications.

Context: In the New Testament, σίδηρος is used to describe both literal and metaphorical applications of iron. The Berean Standard Bible (BSB) includes references to σίδηρος in passages that emphasize the strength and enduring nature of iron. For example, in Revelation 2:27, the term is used metaphorically: "He will rule them with an iron scepter; He will shatter them like pottery." Here, iron symbolizes unyielding authority and power.

Iron, as a material, was crucial in the ancient world for the production of tools, weapons, and various implements. Its strength and durability made it a valuable resource, and its mention in scripture often underscores these qualities. In Acts 12:10, the "iron gate" that opens of its own accord highlights the formidable nature of iron constructions.

The symbolic use of iron in the Bible can also denote oppression or bondage, as iron chains were commonly used to restrain prisoners. This dual symbolism of strength and oppression is evident in the biblical narrative, where iron can represent both the power of God and the subjugation of His people.

Forms and Transliterations

σιδηρα σιδηρά σιδηρᾷ σιδηραί σιδηραίς σιδηραν σιδηράν σιδηρᾶν σιδηράς σιδήριον σιδηροί σιδηροίς σιδηρούν σιδήρουν σιδηρους σιδηρούς σιδηροῦς σιδηρώ σιδήρω sidera sidēra siderā̂i sidērā̂i sideran siderân sidēran sidērân siderous sideroûs sidērous sidēroûs

Englishman's Concordance

Acts 12:10 Adj-AFS
GRK: πύλην τὴν σιδηρᾶν τὴν φέρουσαν
NAS: they came to the iron gate
KJV: unto the iron gate
INT: gate iron that leads

Revelation 2:27 Adj-DFS
GRK: ἐν ῥάβδῳ σιδηρᾷ ὡς τὰ
NAS: THEM WITH A ROD OF IRON, AS THE VESSELS
KJV: with a rod of iron; as the vessels
INT: with a rod iron as the

Revelation 9:9 Adj-AMP
GRK: ὡς θώρακας σιδηροῦς καὶ ἡ
NAS: breastplates of iron; and the sound
KJV: breastplates of iron; and
INT: as breastplates iron and the

Revelation 12:5 Adj-DFS
GRK: ἐν ῥάβδῳ σιδηρᾷ καὶ ἡρπάσθη
NAS: with a rod of iron; and her child
KJV: with a rod of iron: and her
INT: with a rod iron and was caught away

Revelation 19:15 Adj-DFS
GRK: ἐν ῥάβδῳ σιδηρᾷ καὶ αὐτὸς
NAS: them with a rod of iron; and He treads
KJV: with a rod of iron: and he
INT: with a rod iron and he

Strong's Greek 4603
5 Occurrences

σιδηρᾷ — 3 Occ.
σιδηρᾶν — 1 Occ.
σιδηροῦς — 1 Occ.