Strong's Lexicon sphudron: Ankle Original Word: σφυδρόν Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root σφυδρός (sphudros), meaning "eager" or "zealous." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "sphudron," the concept of physical healing and restoration is prevalent in the Old Testament, often associated with words like רָפָא (rapha, Strong's H7495), meaning "to heal." Usage: The term "sphudron" refers specifically to the ankle, the joint connecting the foot with the leg. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to describe the physical healing of a man who was lame from birth. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the body was often seen as a reflection of one's spiritual and moral state. The ability to walk was not only a physical necessity but also a metaphor for one's spiritual journey. The healing of physical ailments, such as a lame ankle, was seen as a sign of divine intervention and favor. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom sphuron (the ankle) Definition the ankle NASB Translation ankles (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4974: σφυρόνσφυρόν, σφυρου, τό, from Homer down, the ankle (A. V. anklebone): Acts 3:7 (T WH σφυδρόν, which see). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance ankleNeuter of a presumed derivative probably of the same as sphaira (a ball, "sphere"; compare the feminine sphura, a hammer); the ankle (as globular) -- ancle bone. Forms and Transliterations σφυδρα σφυδρά σφυρά σχασθήσεται σχεδίαις σχεδίας sphudra sphydra sphydráLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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