1040. bussos

Lexicon

bussos: Fine linen

Original Word: βύσσος
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: bussos
Pronunciation: BOOS-sos
Phonetic Spelling: (boos'-sos)
Definition: Fine linen
Meaning: fine linen, cotton.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

fine linen.

Of Hebrew origin (buwts); white linen -- fine linen.

see HEBREW buwts

HELPS Word-studies

Cognate: 1040 býssos – fine linen, i.e. a very expensive (sought-after) form of linen – "a specific species of Egyptian flax or linen made from it that is very costly, delicate" (J. Thayer). See 1039 (byssinos).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
of Hebrew origin buts
Definition
byssus (a species of flax), also (the) linen (made from it)
NASB Translation
fine linen (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 1040: βύσσος

βύσσος, βύσσου, ἡ (Vanicek, Fremdwörter, under the word), byssus, a species of Egyptian flax (found also in India and Achaia) — or linen made from it — very costly, delicate, soft, white, and also of a yellow color (see respecting it Pollux, onomast. 50:7 c. 17 § 75): Luke 16:19; Revelation 18:12 Rec. (In the Sept. generally for שֵׁשׁ, also בּוּץ, cf. 1 Chronicles 15:27; 2 Chronicles 5:12; cf. Winers RWB under the word Baumwolle; (BB. DD., see under the words, and ). Josephus, Antiquities 3, 6, 1f; 3, 7, 2; Philostr. vit. Apoll. 2, 20 (p. 71, Olear. edition); on the flax of Achaia growing about Elis, cf. Pausanias, 5, 5, 2; 7, 21, 7.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from a Semitic origin, related to the Hebrew word בּוּץ (buts).

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • בּוּץ (buts) • Strong's Hebrew 948: Refers to fine linen, often used in the context of priestly garments and sacred textiles in the Old Testament.

Usage: The term βύσσος is used in the New Testament to describe fine linen, particularly in contexts related to clothing and ceremonial garments. It is often associated with purity and holiness.

Context: The Greek word βύσσος refers to a type of fine linen that was highly prized in the ancient world for its quality and purity. This fabric was typically white and was used for making garments of distinction and importance. In the New Testament, βύσσος is mentioned in contexts that highlight its association with wealth, status, and religious significance.

In Revelation 18:12, βύσσος is listed among the luxurious goods of Babylon, symbolizing the opulence and material wealth that will ultimately be judged. The use of fine linen in this passage underscores the transient nature of earthly riches in contrast to eternal spiritual values.

Additionally, in Revelation 19:8, fine linen is described as the righteous acts of the saints, illustrating the symbolic use of βύσσος to represent purity and righteousness. This passage highlights the spiritual significance of fine linen as a metaphor for the holiness and moral integrity expected of believers.

The use of βύσσος in the New Testament reflects its cultural and religious importance in the ancient world, where it was often used for priestly garments and other sacred purposes. Its association with purity and righteousness in the biblical text serves as a reminder of the call to holiness for the followers of Christ.

Forms and Transliterations

βυούσης βυσσον βύσσον βύσσος βύσσου βύσσω βώλακας βώλους busson bysson býsson

Englishman's Concordance

Luke 16:19 N-AFS
GRK: πορφύραν καὶ βύσσον εὐφραινόμενος καθ'
NAS: in purple and fine linen, joyously living
KJV: and fine linen, and fared
INT: purple and fine linen making good cheer every

Strong's Greek 1040
1 Occurrence

βύσσον — 1 Occ.