Strong's Lexicon phuteia: Planting, plantation Original Word: φυτεία Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb φυτεύω (phuteuō), meaning "to plant." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of planting is נָטַע (nata), Strong's Hebrew #5193, which also means "to plant." Usage: The term "phuteia" refers to the act of planting or a plantation. It is used metaphorically in the New Testament to describe the work of God in establishing His people, akin to planting a vineyard or garden. This imagery conveys growth, nurturing, and divine care. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient agrarian societies, planting was a fundamental activity, essential for sustenance and survival. Vineyards and gardens were common in the Mediterranean region, and the imagery of planting was often used in Jewish and early Christian literature to symbolize God's relationship with His people. The metaphor of planting conveys ideas of cultivation, growth, and fruitfulness, reflecting the spiritual development and nurturing of believers. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom phuteuó Definition a planting NASB Translation plant (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5451: φυτείαφυτεία, φυτείας, ἡ (φυτεύω, which see); 1. a planting (Xenophon, Theophrastus, Plutarch, Aelian, others). 2. thing planted, a plant (equivalent to φύτευμα): Matthew 15:13 (Athen. 5, p. 207 d.; Boeckh, Corpus inscriptions No. 4521 vol. iii., p. 240). From phuteuo; trans-planting, i.e. (concretely) a shrub or vegetable -- plant. see GREEK phuteuo |
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