Strong's Lexicon sómatikós: Bodily, physical Original Word: σωματικός Word Origin: Derived from σῶμα (sōma), meaning "body." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "σωματικός," the concept of the body is often expressed in Hebrew by the word "גּוּף" (guph), which also refers to the physical body. Usage: The term "σωματικός" (sómatikós) is used to describe something pertaining to the body or physical nature. In the New Testament, it often contrasts with spiritual or non-physical aspects, emphasizing the tangible, corporeal elements of human existence. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of the body (σῶμα) was significant in philosophical discussions, particularly in contrast to the soul (ψυχή, psychē) or spirit (πνεῦμα, pneuma). The physical body was often seen as the temporary vessel for the soul, which was considered eternal. This dualistic view influenced early Christian thought, where the physical and spiritual realms were often contrasted, yet both were acknowledged as important in God's creation and redemptive plan. HELPS Word-studies 4985 sōmatikṓs (an adverb, derived from 4984 /sōmatikós which is an adjective derived from 4983 /sṓma, "body") – bodily (used only in Col 2:9). It refers to "Christ's complete embodiment of the plērōma ('fullness of God'), as contrasted with its supposed distribution through other intermediaries" (E. K. Simpson & F. F. Bruce, The Epistle to the Colossians, 232). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from sómatikos Definition bodily NASB Translation bodily form (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4985: σωματικῶςσωματικῶς, adverb, bodily, corporeally (Vulg.corporaliter), equivalent to ἐν σωματικῷ εἴδει, yet denoting his exalted and spiritual body, visible only to the inhabitants of heaven, Colossians 2:9, where see Meyer (cf. Lightfoot). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance bodily. Adverb from somatikos; corporeally or physically -- bodily. see GREEK somatikos Forms and Transliterations σωματικως σωματικώς σωματικῶς somatikos somatikôs sōmatikōs sōmatikō̂sLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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