Strong's Lexicon adó: To sing Original Word: ἄδω Word Origin: A primary verb Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H7891 (שִׁיר, shiyr) - to sing - H2172 (זָמַר, zamar) - to make music, sing praises Usage: The Greek verb "adó" primarily means "to sing." In the context of the New Testament, it is often used to describe the act of singing praises or hymns to God. This singing is an expression of worship, joy, and thanksgiving, reflecting the believer's response to God's grace and majesty. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Greco-Roman world, singing was a common form of expression in both religious and secular contexts. In Jewish tradition, singing was integral to worship, with the Psalms serving as a hymnbook for the Israelites. Early Christians continued this tradition, incorporating singing into their gatherings as a means of teaching, encouraging one another, and glorifying God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom aeidó (to sing) Definition to sing NASB Translation sang (3), singing (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 103: ᾄδωᾄδω (ἀείδω); common in Greek of every period; in the Sept. for שׁוּר; to sing, chant; 1. intransitive: τίνι, to the praise of anyone (Judith 16:1 (2)), Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 3:16 (in both passages of the lyrical emotion of a devout and grateful soul). 2. transitive: ᾠδήν, Revelation 5:9; Revelation 14:3; Revelation 15:3. To sing -- sing. Englishman's Concordance Ephesians 5:19 V-PPA-NMPGRK: ᾠδαῖς πνευματικαῖς ᾄδοντες καὶ ψάλλοντες NAS: songs, singing and making melody KJV: songs, singing and INT: songs spiritual singing and making melody Colossians 3:16 V-PPA-NMP Revelation 5:9 V-PIA-3P Revelation 14:3 V-PIA-3P Revelation 15:3 V-PIA-3P Strong's Greek 103 |
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