Strong's Lexicon arotron: Plow Original Word: ἄροτρον Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb ἀρόω (aroō), meaning "to plow." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent for a plow is מַחֲרֵשָׁה (macharesha), Strong's Hebrew #2741, which also refers to a plowing implement. Usage: The term "arotron" refers to a plow, an agricultural implement used for tilling the soil in preparation for sowing seeds. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to illustrate commitment and the cost of discipleship. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient agrarian societies, the plow was an essential tool for farming, symbolizing hard work and preparation. The plow was typically drawn by oxen or other draft animals, and its use was crucial for breaking up the ground to ensure a good harvest. The imagery of plowing is often used in biblical texts to convey themes of preparation, dedication, and transformation. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom aroó (to plow) Definition a plow NASB Translation plow (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 723: ἄροτρονἄροτρον, ἀρότρου, τό (ἀρόω to plow), a plow: Luke 9:62. (In Greek writings from Homer down.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance plowFrom aroo (to till); a plow -- plough. Forms and Transliterations άροτρα αροτρον άροτρον ἄροτρον αροτρόποδι άρουραν arotron árotronLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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