Berean Strong's Lexicon Smurna: Smyrna Original Word: Σμύρνα Word Origin: Of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Greek word for myrrh (σμύρνα, smyrna), a fragrant resin used in ancient times. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for the city of Smyrna, the Hebrew word for myrrh is מוֹר (mor), Strong's Hebrew #4753, which shares a similar root and thematic connection. Usage: Smyrna is a city mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Book of Revelation. It was one of the seven churches to which the Apostle John wrote letters as instructed by Jesus Christ. The name is associated with the concept of suffering and endurance, as the church in Smyrna faced persecution. Cultural and Historical Background: Smyrna was an ancient city located in Asia Minor, modern-day Izmir in Turkey. It was a wealthy and influential port city known for its beauty and strategic location. Smyrna was a center of emperor worship, which often led to the persecution of Christians who refused to participate in such practices. The city had a significant Jewish population, which sometimes contributed to the tensions faced by early Christians. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe same as smurna Definition "myrrh," Smyrna, an Ionian city in Asia Minor NASB Translation Smyrna (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4667: ΖμύρναΖμύρνα, so Tdf. in Revelation 1:11, etc., for Σμύρνα, which see. STRONGS NT 4667: ΣμύρναΣμύρνα, σμύρνης, ἡ, Smyrna, an Ionian city, on the Aegean Sea, about 40 miles N. of Ephesus; it had a harbor, and flourished in trade, commerce, and the arts; now Ismir (BB. DD.): Revelation 1:11; Revelation 2:8. Tdf. after manuscript א ((cf. manuscript Bezae, Scrivener edition, p. xlviii.)) has adopted the form Ζμύρνα, found also occasionally on coins and in inscriptions; cf. Kühner, i, p. 200 c.; (Tdf.'s note on Revelation 1:11; and see Sigma, under the end; Lightfoot, Ignatius 2:331 note). The same as smurna; Smyrna, a place in Asia Minor -- Smyrna. see GREEK smurna Englishman's Concordance Revelation 1:11 N-AFSGRK: καὶ εἰς Σμύρναν καὶ εἰς NAS: to Ephesus and to Smyrna and to Pergamum KJV: and unto Smyrna, and unto INT: and to Smyrna and to Revelation 2:8 N-DFS Strong's Greek 4667 |
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