◄ 1182. dekatos ►
Strong's Lexicon dekatos: Tenth Original Word: δεκάτος Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: dekatos Pronunciation: deh-KAH-tos Phonetic Spelling: (dek'-at-os) Definition: tenth. Meaning: Tenth; used to denote a tenth part or portion, often in the context of tithing or division. Word Origin: Derived from δέκα (deka), meaning "ten." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H4643 מַעֲשֵׂר (ma'aser): Refers to a tenth part or tithe, used extensively in the Old Testament to describe the practice of giving a tenth of one's produce or income as an offering to God. • H6237 עָשַׂר (asar): A root word meaning "to tithe" or "to take a tenth," often used in the context of calculating or giving a tithe. The practice of tithing, as encapsulated by δεκάτος, remains a significant aspect of Christian teaching, encouraging believers to practice generosity and stewardship in their financial and spiritual lives. Usage: The term δεκάτος is used in the New Testament to refer to the concept of a "tenth" or "tithe," particularly in the context of religious offerings or obligations. Context: The Greek term δεκάτος appears in the New Testament primarily in discussions related to tithing, a practice rooted in the Old Testament where a tenth of one's produce or earnings was given as an offering to God. This practice was a significant aspect of Jewish religious life and was carried into early Christian teachings as a principle of stewardship and generosity. In the New Testament, δεκάτος is notably mentioned in the context of Jesus' teachings and the epistles. For instance, in Hebrews 7:2, the term is used to describe Abraham giving a tenth of everything to Melchizedek: "and Abraham apportioned to him a tenth part of everything." This passage highlights the historical and spiritual significance of tithing as an act of worship and acknowledgment of God's provision. The concept of the tithe, as represented by δεκάτος, underscores the broader biblical principle of dedicating a portion of one's resources to God, reflecting gratitude and trust in His providence. It serves as a reminder of the believer's responsibility to support religious institutions and charitable works, ensuring the continuation of spiritual and communal life. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 1182 dékatos – tenth; (figuratively), the first part which stands for the whole (i.e. as synechode). See 1181 (dekátē). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from deka Definition tenth NASB Translation tenth (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1182: δέκατος δέκατος, δεκάτῃ, δέκατον (δέκα) (from Homer down), the tenth: John 1:39 (40); Revelation 21:20; τό δέκατον, a substantive, the tenth part: Revelation 11:13. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance tenth. Ordinal from deka; tenth -- tenth. see GREEK deka Forms and Transliterations δεκατη δεκάτη δεκατον δέκατον δεκατος δέκατος dekate dekatē dekáte dekátē dekaton dékaton dekatos dékatos Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance John 1:39 Adj-NFS GRK: ἦν ὡς δεκάτη NAS: for it was about the tenth hour. KJV: it was about the tenth hour. INT: was about [the] tenth Revelation 11:13 Adj-NNS GRK: καὶ τὸ δέκατον τῆς πόλεως NAS: earthquake, and a tenth of the city KJV: and the tenth part of the city INT: and a tenth of the city Revelation 21:20 Adj-NMS GRK: τοπάζιον ὁ δέκατος χρυσόπρασος ὁ NAS: topaz; the tenth, chrysoprase; KJV: a topaz; the tenth, a chrysoprasus; INT: topaz the tenth chrysoprase the Strong's Greek 1182 3 Occurrences δεκάτη — 1 Occ. δέκατον — 1 Occ. δέκατος — 1 Occ.