1016. bous
Lexicon
bous: Ox, Bull, Cow

Original Word: βοῦς
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: bous
Pronunciation: boos
Phonetic Spelling: (booce)
Definition: Ox, Bull, Cow
Meaning: an ox, cow, bull.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
ox.

Probably from the base of bosko; an ox (as grazing), i.e. An animal of that species ("beef") -- ox.

see GREEK bosko

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
a prim. word
Definition
an ox, a cow
NASB Translation
ox (4), oxen (4).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 1016: βοῦς

βοῦς, βῶς, accusative singular βοῦν (accusative plural βόας, Buttmann, 14 (13)), , , an ox, a cow: Luke 13:15; Luke 14:5, 19; John 2:14; 1 Corinthians 9:9; 1 Timothy 5:18. (From Homer down.)

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: A primary word

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: H7794 שׁוֹר (shor): Often translated as "ox" or "bull," this Hebrew term is used in similar contexts in the Old Testament, referring to the animal's role in agriculture and sacrifice.
H504 אלף (eleph): While primarily meaning "thousand," this term can also refer to cattle or oxen in certain contexts, emphasizing the animal's value and abundance.

These entries reflect the cultural and religious significance of the ox in biblical times, illustrating its multifaceted role in the life and teachings of the Scriptures.

Usage: The term βοῦς is used in the New Testament to refer to oxen, often in contexts related to agricultural work, sacrificial practices, or metaphorical teachings.

Context: The Greek word βοῦς appears in several New Testament passages, illustrating its significance in both daily life and religious practices of the time. Oxen were vital in ancient agrarian societies for plowing fields and transporting goods. They also held religious importance, being used in sacrifices and offerings.

In the New Testament, βοῦς is mentioned in contexts that highlight its role in labor and worship. For example, in Luke 14:5, Jesus uses the example of an ox falling into a pit to teach about the importance of compassion over strict Sabbath observance: "And He said to them, 'Which of you, having a son or an ox that has fallen into a well on a Sabbath day, will not immediately pull him out?'" (BSB).

Additionally, in 1 Corinthians 9:9, Paul references the Old Testament law concerning oxen to make a point about the rights of those who preach the gospel: "For it is written in the Law of Moses: 'Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain.' Is it about oxen that God is concerned?" (BSB). Here, the ox serves as a metaphor for the laborer deserving his wages.

The use of βοῦς in these passages underscores the animal's integral role in both the economic and spiritual life of the people, serving as a symbol of strength, service, and provision.

Forms and Transliterations
βοας βόας βόες βοί βοός βουν βούν βοῦν βους βούς βοῦς βουσί βουσίν βούτομον βούτυρον βουτύρου βουτύρω βοων βοών βοῶν boas bóas boon boôn boōn boō̂n boun boûn bous boûs
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Englishman's Concordance
Luke 13:15 N-AMS
GRK: λύει τὸν βοῦν αὐτοῦ ἢ
NAS: untie his ox or
KJV: loose his ox or [his] ass
INT: does he untie the ox of him or

Luke 14:5 N-NMS
GRK: υἱὸς ἢ βοῦς εἰς φρέαρ
NAS: or an ox fall
KJV: shall have an ass or an ox fallen into
INT: son or an ox into a pit

Luke 14:19 N-GMP
GRK: εἶπεν Ζεύγη βοῶν ἠγόρασα πέντε
NAS: yoke of oxen, and I am going
KJV: five yoke of oxen, and I go
INT: said Pairs of oxen I have bought five

John 2:14 N-AMP
GRK: τοὺς πωλοῦντας βόας καὶ πρόβατα
NAS: who were selling oxen and sheep
KJV: those that sold oxen and
INT: those who sold oxen and sheep

John 2:15 N-AMP
GRK: καὶ τοὺς βόας καὶ τῶν
NAS: with the sheep and the oxen; and He poured
KJV: and the oxen; and
INT: and oxen and of the

1 Corinthians 9:9 N-AMS
GRK: Οὐ κημώσεις βοῦν ἀλοῶντα μὴ
NAS: YOU SHALL NOT MUZZLE THE OX WHILE HE IS THRESHING.
KJV: muzzle the mouth of the ox that treadeth out the corn.
INT: not you will muzzle an ox treading out grain not

1 Corinthians 9:9 N-GMP
GRK: μὴ τῶν βοῶν μέλει τῷ
NAS: is not concerned about oxen, is He?
KJV: God take care for oxen?
INT: not For the oxen is there care

1 Timothy 5:18 N-AMS
GRK: ἡ γραφή Βοῦν ἀλοῶντα οὐ
NAS: YOU SHALL NOT MUZZLE THE OX WHILE HE IS THRESHING,
KJV: muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn.
INT: the Scripture An ox treading out grain not

Strong's Greek 1016
8 Occurrences


βόας — 2 Occ.
βοῶν — 2 Occ.
βοῦν — 3 Occ.
βοῦς — 1 Occ.















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