◄ 5208. hulé ►
Strong's Lexicon hulé: Wood, forest, material Original Word: ὕλη Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: hulé Pronunciation: hoo-lay' Phonetic Spelling: (hoo-lay') Definition: wood, fuel. Meaning: The term ὕλη primarily denotes "wood" or "forest." It can also refer to "material" or "matter" in a broader philosophical or metaphorical sense. Word Origin: Derived from a primary word of uncertain affinity. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • עֵץ (ets) [Strong's Hebrew 6086]: This Hebrew word is commonly translated as "tree" or "wood" and is frequently used in the Old Testament to describe both living trees and the material derived from them. It shares a similar semantic range with ὕλη, emphasizing the natural and utilitarian aspects of wood. • יַעַר (ya'ar) [Strong's Hebrew 3293]: Translated as "forest" or "woodland," this term corresponds to the broader sense of ὕλη as a wooded area or forest, highlighting the natural environment and its resources. These entries reflect the multifaceted role of wood and natural materials in biblical texts, serving as both literal and metaphorical elements within the scriptural narrative. Usage: In the New Testament, ὕλη is used to describe physical wood or timber, often in the context of construction or natural resources. It is not frequently used in the New Testament but appears in discussions related to material or physical substance. Context: The Greek word ὕλη (hylē) appears in the New Testament with a focus on its literal meaning of "wood" or "forest." This term is rooted in the ancient understanding of the natural world, where wood was a primary resource for building, fuel, and crafting. In classical Greek literature, ὕλη also carried philosophical connotations, referring to the basic material or substance of the universe, a concept that influenced later theological and philosophical discussions. In the context of the New Testament, ὕλη is used sparingly, reflecting the agrarian and resource-based economy of the time. The word underscores the importance of natural resources in daily life and spiritual metaphors. For example, wood is often associated with construction, growth, and the natural order, which can be seen in parables and teachings that draw on these themes. The Berean Standard Bible (BSB) does not frequently translate ὕλη directly, but the concept is present in passages that discuss the material world and its relationship to spiritual truths. The use of ὕλη in the New Testament serves as a reminder of the tangible and intangible aspects of creation, highlighting the interconnectedness of the physical and spiritual realms. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin a prim. word Definition wood, timber, forest NASB Translation forest (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5208: ὕλη ὕλη, ὕλης, ἡ, a forest, a wood; felled wood, fuel: James 3:5. (From Homer down; the Sept..) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance a forest, wood, timber Perhaps akin to xulon; a forest, i.e. (by implication) fuel -- matter. see GREEK xulon Forms and Transliterations ύλαις ύλη υλην ύλην ὕλην υλώδης hylen hylēn hýlen hýlēn ulen ulēn Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance James 3:5 N-AFS GRK: πῦρ ἡλίκην ὕλην ἀνάπτει NAS: great a forest is set aflame KJV: how great a matter a little INT: fire how large a forest it kindles Strong's Greek 5208 1 Occurrence ὕλην — 1 Occ.