◄ 5338. pheggos ►
Strong's Lexicon pheggos: Light, brightness Original Word: φέγγος Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter Transliteration: pheggos Pronunciation: feng'-gos Phonetic Spelling: (feng'-gos) Definition: brightness, light, splendor, radiance. Meaning: The term φέγγος primarily denotes "brightness" or "radiance." It can refer to both literal and metaphorical light, encompassing the idea of illumination or splendor. Word Origin: Derived from the base of φαίνω (phainō), meaning "to shine" or "to appear." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The concept of light in the Hebrew Bible is often represented by the word אוֹר (or), Strong's Hebrew 216. This term similarly conveys the idea of illumination, both in a physical and spiritual sense, and is used extensively throughout the Old Testament to describe God's presence, guidance, and revelation. Usage: The word φέγγος is used in the New Testament to describe physical light or brightness, often in a context that highlights the contrast between light and darkness, both in a physical and spiritual sense. Context: • Occurrences in the New Testament: The term φέγγος appears in the New Testament in contexts that emphasize the transformative and revealing nature of light. It is used to describe the brightness of celestial bodies or divine manifestations. • Theological Significance: In the New Testament, light is frequently associated with the presence and revelation of God. The use of φέγγος underscores the divine nature of light as a symbol of truth, purity, and the divine presence. It is often contrasted with darkness, which symbolizes ignorance, evil, or separation from God. • Example in Scripture: In Luke 11:33-36, Jesus speaks about the eye being the lamp of the body, and if the eye is healthy, the whole body is full of light. Here, φέγγος is used to describe the inner illumination that comes from spiritual insight and understanding. The passage emphasizes the importance of spiritual perception and the transformative power of divine light. • Cultural Context: In the Greco-Roman world, light was a common metaphor for knowledge and enlightenment. The New Testament writers adopted and expanded this metaphor to convey the spiritual truths of the Gospel, presenting Jesus as the true light that dispels darkness. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin a prim. word Definition light, brightness NASB Translation light (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5338: φέγγος φέγγος, φέγγους, τό (akin to φαίνειν), from Aeschylus and Pindar down, light: of the moon, Matthew 24:29; Mark 13:24; of a candle or lamp, Luke 11:33 R G T Tr marginal reading (cf. ἀστραπή, Luke 11:36). (Joel 2:10; Joel 3:15 (); Ezekiel 1:4, 13, 27; Hosea 7:6.) [SYNONYMS: αὐγή, φέγγος, φῶς: φῶς light — the general term, (of the light of a fire in Mark 14:54; Luke 22:56); φέγγος a more concrete and emphatic term (cf. Luke 11:33), the bright sunshine, the beam of light, etc.; αὐγή a still stronger term, suggesting the fiery nature of the light; used of shooting, heating, rays. A Greek spoke of ἡλίου, φῶς, φέγγος, αὐγή; or, φωτός φέγγος, αὐγή; or, φέγγους αὐγή; but these formulas are not reversible. Schmidt, chapter 33; cf. Trench, § xlvi.] Strong's Exhaustive Concordance light. Probably akin to the base of phos (compare phtheggomai); brilliancy -- light. see GREEK phos see GREEK phtheggomai Forms and Transliterations φέγγι φεγγος φέγγος φέγγους phengos phéngos Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Matthew 24:29 N-ANS GRK: δώσει τὸ φέγγος αὐτῆς καὶ NAS: WILL NOT GIVE ITS LIGHT, AND THE STARS KJV: give her light, and the stars INT: will give the light of it and Mark 13:24 N-ANS GRK: δώσει τὸ φέγγος αὐτῆς NAS: AND THE MOON WILL NOT GIVE ITS LIGHT, KJV: give her light, INT: will give the light of it Strong's Greek 5338 2 Occurrences φέγγος — 2 Occ.