Original Word: σαρδῖνος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: sardinos
Pronunciation: sar-DEE-nos
Phonetic Spelling: (sar'-dee-nos)
Definition: sardine
Meaning: Sardinos refers to a sardine stone, a type of precious stone known for its reddish-brown color. It is often associated with beauty and value in ancient texts.

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word σάρδιον (sardion), which refers to a reddish precious stone, commonly identified as carnelian or sardius.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek σαρδῖνος corresponds to the Hebrew word אֹדֶם (odem), Strong's Hebrew 124, which also refers to a red stone, often identified as ruby or carnelian, used in the High Priest's breastplate as described in Exodus 28:17. This connection highlights the continuity of symbolic imagery from the Old Testament to the New Testament, emphasizing the enduring significance of precious stones in biblical theology.

Usage: The term σαρδῖνος is used in the New Testament to describe a precious stone that is part of the imagery in the Book of Revelation.

Context: The term σαρδῖνος appears in the New Testament in the Book of Revelation, specifically in Revelation 4:3, where it is used to describe the appearance of the One seated on the throne: "And the One seated there looked like jasper and carnelian. A rainbow that gleamed like an emerald encircled the throne" (BSB). The sardine stone, or carnelian, is noted for its deep red color, symbolizing majesty, power, and divine glory. In biblical symbolism, precious stones often represent beauty, durability, and the splendor of God's creation. The use of sardinos in Revelation contributes to the vivid imagery that conveys the awe-inspiring and majestic nature of the heavenly vision. The stone's rich color may also symbolize the blood of martyrs or the fiery judgment of God, themes prevalent in apocalyptic literature.

Word Origin
variant reading for sardion, q.v.

STRONGS NT 4555: σάρδινος

σάρδινος, σαρδινου, ὁ, Revelation 4:3 Rec., equivalent to σάρδιον, which see

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

sardine.

From the same as sardios; sardine (lithos being implied), i.e. A gem, so called -- sardine.

see GREEK sardios

see GREEK lithos

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