Strong's Lexicon barutimos: Precious, of great value Original Word: βαρυτίμος Word Origin: From the Greek words βαρύς (barus), meaning "heavy" or "weighty," and τιμή (timē), meaning "honor" or "value." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often used in similar contexts is יָקָר (yaqar), which also means "precious" or "valuable." This term appears in passages like Proverbs 3:15, where wisdom is described as more precious than rubies. Usage: The term "barutimos" is used to describe something that is of great worth or value, often in a material or metaphorical sense. It conveys the idea of something being highly esteemed or honored due to its intrinsic value or significance. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Greek world, the concept of value was often associated with both material wealth and moral or ethical worth. Items described as "barutimos" would have been considered treasures, not only for their physical properties but also for their symbolic or societal importance. In a biblical context, this term can be applied to both tangible and intangible things, such as wisdom, faith, or the Kingdom of God, which are considered precious in the sight of God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom barus and timé Definition of great value NASB Translation very costly (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 927: βαρύτιμοςβαρύτιμος, βαρυτιμον (βαρύς and τιμή), of weighty (i. e. great) value, very precious, costly: Matthew 26:7 (R G Tr text WH) (so Strabo 17, p. 798; selling at a great price, Heliodorus 2, 30 (variant); possessed of great honor, Aeschylus suppl. 25 (but Dindorf (Lexicon under the word) gives here (after schol.) severely punishing)). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance very precious. From barus and time; highly valuable -- very precious. see GREEK barus see GREEK time Forms and Transliterations βαρυτιμου βαρυτίμου barutimou barytimou barytímouLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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