Strong's Lexicon asitia: Fasting, abstinence from food Original Word: ἀσιτία Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning "without," and σῖτος (sitos), meaning "food" or "grain." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent concept of fasting is often represented by the word צוֹם (tsom), Strong's Hebrew #6685, which also denotes fasting or abstaining from food for religious purposes. Usage: The term "asitia" refers to the state of fasting or abstaining from food. In the New Testament context, it is often associated with spiritual practices, where believers voluntarily refrain from eating for a period to focus on prayer, repentance, or seeking God's guidance. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient world, fasting was a common religious practice among Jews, Christians, and other religious groups. It was seen as a way to humble oneself before God, seek divine intervention, or prepare for significant spiritual events. In Jewish tradition, fasting was often associated with mourning, repentance, and seeking God's favor. Early Christians adopted and adapted these practices, emphasizing fasting as a means of spiritual discipline and devotion. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom asitos Definition abstinence from food NASB Translation time without food (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 776: ἀσιτίαἀσιτία, ἀσιτίας, ἡ (ἄσιτος which see), abstinence from food (whether voluntary or enforced): πολλή long, Acts 27:21. (Herodotus 3, 52; Euripides, Suppl. 1105; (Aristotle, probl. 10, 35; cth. Nic. 10, p. 1180{b}, 9); Josephus, Antiquities 12, 7; others.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance abstinence. From asitos; fasting (the state) -- abstinence. see GREEK asitos Forms and Transliterations ασιτιας ασιτίας ἀσιτίας asitias asitíasLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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