◄ 1477. hedraióma ►
Strong's Lexicon hedraióma: Foundation, Support, Pillar Original Word: ἑδραίωμα Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter Transliteration: hedraióma Pronunciation: heh-drah'-yo-mah Phonetic Spelling: (hed-rah'-yo-mah) Definition: a foundation, stay, support. Meaning: A support, foundation, or bulwark; something that provides stability or firmness. Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb ἑδράζω (hedrázō), meaning "to sit" or "to settle." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἑδραίωμα, similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words that convey the idea of foundation or support, such as: • מוֹסָד (mosad) • foundation, base • יְסוֹד (yesod) • foundation, support These Hebrew terms similarly emphasize the importance of a firm base or support, both in physical structures and in metaphorical or spiritual contexts, aligning with the New Testament usage of ἑδραίωμα as a foundational element of truth and stability. Usage: The term ἑδραίωμα is used in the New Testament to convey the idea of a firm foundation or a stabilizing force, often in a metaphorical sense. Context: The Greek word ἑδραίωμα appears in the New Testament in contexts that emphasize stability and foundational strength. It is used to describe the church's role as a stabilizing force in the world, particularly in its function as the "pillar and foundation of the truth." This metaphorical usage underscores the church's responsibility to uphold and disseminate the truth of the Gospel, acting as a steadfast support in a world prone to moral and spiritual instability. In 1 Timothy 3:15, the Apostle Paul writes, "But if I am delayed, you will know how each one must conduct himself in God’s household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth." Here, ἑδραίωμα is translated as "foundation," highlighting the church's critical role in maintaining doctrinal purity and providing a stable base for believers' faith. The concept of ἑδραίωμα extends beyond mere physical or structural stability; it encompasses the spiritual and doctrinal steadfastness that the church is called to embody. This foundational aspect is crucial for the church's mission to be a beacon of truth and a source of spiritual support for its members. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 1477 hedraíōma – the base, which ultimately supports the foundation itself (used only in 1 Tim 3:15). See also 1476 (hedraíos). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from hedraios Definition a support, fig. a basis NASB Translation support (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1477: ἑδραίωμα ἑδραίωμα, ἑδραιωματος, τό (ἑδραιόω, to make stable, settle firmly), a stay, prop, support, (Vulg.firmamentum): 1 Timothy 3:15 (A. V. ground). (Ecclesiastical writings.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance support, basis From a derivative of hedraios; a support, i.e. (figuratively) basis -- ground. see GREEK hedraios Forms and Transliterations εδραιωμα εδραίωμα ἑδραίωμα edraioma edraiōma hedraioma hedraiōma hedraíoma hedraíōma Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance 1 Timothy 3:15 N-NNS GRK: στύλος καὶ ἑδραίωμα τῆς ἀληθείας NAS: the pillar and support of the truth. KJV: the pillar and ground of the truth. INT: pillar and base of the truth Strong's Greek 1477 1 Occurrence ἑδραίωμα — 1 Occ.