Strong's Lexicon Gimzo: Gimzo Original Word: גִּמְזוֹ Word Origin: Derived from an uncertain root, possibly related to the Hebrew word for "sycamore" or "fig tree." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Greek equivalents for Gimzo, as it is a specific Hebrew place name. However, the concept of territorial conflict and occupation can be related to Greek terms for land and possession, such as γῆ (gē, Strong's G1093) for "land" or "earth." Usage: Gimzo is a town mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the context of the territorial expansions and conflicts during the reign of King Ahaz of Judah. The name may imply a place associated with sycamore or fig trees, suggesting a fertile or agriculturally significant area. Cultural and Historical Background: Gimzo was located in the Shephelah, the lowland region of ancient Judah. This area was known for its agricultural productivity, which made it a valuable asset for any ruling power. During the time of King Ahaz, the region was subject to invasions and territorial disputes, particularly with the Philistines and other neighboring entities. The mention of Gimzo in the biblical narrative highlights the geopolitical struggles of the period and the challenges faced by the Kingdom of Judah. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain derivation Definition a city in Judah NASB Translation Gimzo (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs גִּמְזוֺ proper name, of a location (compare Syriac  (Lexicons) sycamore; Arabic  is loan-word Frä140; compare Assyrian proper name, of a location Gamuzanu PinchesHebraica. July, 1886, 222), city of Judah toward Philistines 2Chronicles 28:18; modern Jimzu, east from Lydda RobBR ii. 249 BdPal 21. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Gimzo Of uncertain derivation; Gimzo, a place in Palestine -- Gimzo. Forms and Transliterations גִּמְז֖וֹ גמזו gim·zōw gimZo gimzōwLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Chronicles 28:18 HEB: וּבְנוֹתֶ֔יהָ וְאֶת־ גִּמְז֖וֹ וְאֶת־ בְּנֹתֶ֑יהָ NAS: with its villages, and Gimzo with its villages, KJV: with the villages thereof, Gimzo also and the villages INT: Timnah villages and Gimzo villages settled 1 Occurrence |
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