Original Word: δίκτυον
Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter
Transliteration: diktuon
Pronunciation: DEEK-too-on
Phonetic Spelling: (dik'-too-on)
Definition: a fishing-net.
Meaning: A net, specifically a fishing net.

Word Origin: From δίκτυς (díktus), meaning "a net."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H2764 חֵרֶם (cherem): A net, often used in the context of a snare or trap.
• H4364 מִכְמָר (mikmar): A net, specifically a fishing net.
• H7568 רֶשֶׁת (reshet): A net, used in various contexts including hunting and fishing.

These Hebrew terms, like δίκτυον, are used in the Old Testament to describe nets used for capturing fish or animals, and they often carry symbolic meanings related to entrapment or divine judgment.

Usage: The term δίκτυον is used in the New Testament to refer to a net used for fishing. It appears in contexts where fishing is a central activity, often symbolizing the gathering of people or the kingdom of God.

Context: The Greek word δίκτυον (díktyon) is primarily used in the New Testament to describe a fishing net. This term is found in several key passages that highlight the life and ministry of Jesus and His disciples, many of whom were fishermen by trade. The use of δίκτυον is significant in illustrating the calling of the disciples and the miraculous works of Jesus.

In Matthew 4:18-20, Jesus calls Simon Peter and Andrew while they are casting a δίκτυον into the sea, saying, "Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men." This passage underscores the transformation from physical fishing to spiritual fishing, where the net symbolizes the gathering of believers into the kingdom of God.

Another notable instance is in John 21:6, where the resurrected Jesus instructs His disciples to cast their net on the right side of the boat, resulting in a miraculous catch of fish. This event reaffirms Jesus' authority and the abundance that comes from obedience to His word.

The use of δίκτυον in these contexts not only reflects the everyday life and occupation of the disciples but also serves as a metaphor for evangelism and the expansive reach of the Gospel. The imagery of the net captures the essence of the Christian mission to gather people from all nations into the fold of God's kingdom.

1350 díktyon – the generic term for any type of fishing net (as in Mt 4:20,21; Mk 1:18,19; Lk 5:2,4-6; Jn 21:6,8,11).

[1350 (díktyon) was also used for hunting nets, especially to catch birds.]

Word Origin
from dikein (to cast)
Definition
a net
NASB Translation
net (4), nets (8), nets nets (1).

STRONGS NT 1350: δίκτυον

δίκτυον, δικτύου, τό (perhaps from ΔΙΚΑΙΝ to cast, cf. Etym. Magn. col. 275, 21), a net: Matthew 4:20; Mark 1:18; Luke 5:2, 4-6; John 21:6, 8, 11. (Homer and following.) [SYNONYMS: δίκτυον, ἀμφίβληστρον, σαγήνη: δίκτυον seems to be the general name for nets of all kinds; whereas ἀμφίβληστρον and σαγήνη designate specifically nets for fishing: — the former a casting-net, generally pear-shaped; the latter a seine or drag-net. Cf. Trench, § lxiv.; B. D. under the word .]

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

net.

Probably from a primary verb diko (to cast); a seine (for fishing) -- net.

Forms and Transliterations

δεδικτυωμένοι δικτυα δίκτυα δικτύοις δικτυον δικτυόν δικτύον δίκτυον δίκτυόν δικτύου δικτύω δικτύων δικτυωταί δικτυωτής δικτυωτού δικτυωτώ diktua diktuon diktya díktya diktyon díktyon

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