Strong's Lexicon axiné: Axe Original Word: ἀξίνη Word Origin: Derived from a primary root word in Greek, related to cutting or chopping. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of an axe is "קַרְדֹּם" (qar'dom), found in passages like Jeremiah 46:22 and 2 Samuel 12:31, where it is used in similar contexts of cutting and judgment. Usage: The term "axiné" refers to an axe, a tool used for chopping wood or cutting down trees. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to signify impending judgment or the need for repentance, illustrating the urgency and severity of divine intervention. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient times, the axe was a common tool used in agriculture and construction. It was essential for clearing land, building homes, and preparing firewood. The imagery of an axe was powerful and easily understood by the original audience, symbolizing both destruction and the preparation for new growth. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain origin Definition an axe NASB Translation axe (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 513: ἀξίνηἀξίνη, ἀξινης, ἡ ((perhaps from) ἄγνυμι, future ἄξω, to break), an axe: Luke 3:9; Matthew 3:10. (As old as Homer and Herodotus.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance axe. Probably from agnumi (to break; compare rhegnumi); an axe -- axe. see GREEK rhegnumi Forms and Transliterations αξίναις αξινη αξίνη ἀξίνη αξίνην αξιόπιστος αξιοπιστότερα axine axinē axíne axínēLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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