1076. genealogia

Lexicon

genealogia: Genealogy

Original Word: γενεαλογία
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: genealogia
Pronunciation: gheh-neh-al-og-ee'-ah
Phonetic Spelling: (ghen-eh-al-og-ee'-ah)
Definition: Genealogy
Meaning: genealogy.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

genealogy.

From the same as genealogeo; tracing by generations, i.e. "genealogy" -- genealogy.

see GREEK genealogeo

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from ginomai and legó (in the sense of reckon)
Definition
the making of a pedigree, a genealogy
NASB Translation
genealogies (2).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 1076: γεναλογια

γεναλογια, γεναλογιας, ἡ, a genealogy, a record of descent or lineage (Plato, Crat., p. 396 c.; Polybius 9, 2, 1; Dionysius Halicarnassus Antiquities 1, 11; (others). The Sept. (editions Ald., Complutensian) 1 Chronicles 7:5, 7; 1 Chronicles 9:22; ( Complutensian; Ezra 8:1 ibid.)); in plural of the orders of aeons, according to the doctrine of the Gnostics: 1 Timothy 1:4; Titus 3:9; cf. DeWette on Titus 1:14 (substantially reproduced by Alford on 1 Timothy, the passage cited; see also Holtzmann, Pastoralbriefe, pp. 126f, 134f, 143).

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from γενεά (genea, meaning "generation") and λόγος (logos, meaning "word" or "study").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • The concept of genealogy in the Hebrew Bible is often associated with the word תּוֹלֵדוֹת (toledot, Strong's Hebrew 8435), which refers to generations or genealogical records. This term is used extensively in the book of Genesis to introduce genealogical lists and narratives that trace the lineage of significant biblical figures.

Usage: The word γενεαλογία is used in the New Testament to refer to genealogical records or discussions about ancestry. It appears in contexts where the focus is on lineage and heritage, often highlighting the importance of understanding one's roots and the fulfillment of divine promises through specific family lines.

Context: • The concept of γενεαλογία is significant in biblical texts, as genealogies serve to establish identity, heritage, and the fulfillment of God's promises through specific lineages. In the New Testament, γενεαλογία is mentioned in contexts that caution against becoming overly preoccupied with genealogical records to the detriment of faith and sound doctrine.
• In 1 Timothy 1:4, Paul advises Timothy to avoid "myths and endless genealogies, which promote speculation rather than the stewardship of God's work, which is by faith" (BSB). This suggests that while genealogies have their place, they should not overshadow the core message of the gospel.
• Similarly, in Titus 3:9, Paul warns against "foolish controversies, genealogies, arguments, and quarrels about the Law, because these are unprofitable and useless" (BSB). Here, the emphasis is on avoiding divisive debates that distract from the central tenets of Christian teaching.
• Genealogies in the Bible, such as those found in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, serve to affirm Jesus' messianic credentials by tracing His lineage back to key figures like Abraham and David, thus fulfilling Old Testament prophecies.

Forms and Transliterations

γενεαλογία γενεαλογιαις γενεαλογίαις γενεαλογιας γενεαλογίας genealogiais genealogíais genealogias genealogías

Englishman's Concordance

1 Timothy 1:4 N-DFP
GRK: μύθοις καὶ γενεαλογίαις ἀπεράντοις αἵτινες
NAS: and endless genealogies, which
KJV: endless genealogies, which
INT: to fables and genealogies endless which

Titus 3:9 N-AFP
GRK: ζητήσεις καὶ γενεαλογίας καὶ ἔρεις
NAS: controversies and genealogies and strife
KJV: and genealogies, and
INT: controversies and genealogies and quarrels

Strong's Greek 1076
2 Occurrences

γενεαλογίαις — 1 Occ.
γενεαλογίας — 1 Occ.