Strong's Lexicon Azótos: Azotus Original Word: Ἄζωτος Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew name אַשְׁדּוֹד (Ashdod) Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: H795 (אַשְׁדּוֹד, Ashdod) Usage: Azotus is the Greek name for the ancient Philistine city of Ashdod. In the New Testament, it is mentioned in the context of the early Christian church's expansion and missionary activities. Cultural and Historical Background: Azotus, or Ashdod, was one of the five major cities of the Philistines, located on the Mediterranean coast. It was a significant center of commerce and military power in ancient times. The city is known for its resistance against various conquerors, including the Israelites. By the time of the New Testament, Azotus was under Roman control and had become a Hellenized city, reflecting a blend of Greek and local cultures. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Hebrew origin Ashdod Definition Azotus (i.e. Ashdod), a Philistine city NASB Translation Azotus (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 108: ἌζωτοςἌζωτος, , ἡ, אַשְׁדֹּד, Azotus, Ashdod, one of the five chief cities of the Philistines, lying between Ashkelon and Jamnia (i. e. Jabneel) and near the Mediterranean: Acts 8:40; at present a petty village, Esdud. A succinct history of the city is given by Gesenius, Thesaurus iii; p. 1366; Raumer, Palastina, p. 174; (Alex.'s Kitto or McClintock and Strong's Cyclopaedia, under the word STRONGS NT 108a: ἀηδίαἀηδία, (ας, ἡ (from ἀηδής, and this from the alpha privative and ἦδος pleasure, delight). (from Lysip. down); 1. unpleasantness, annoyance. 2. dislike, hatred: ἐν ἀηδία, manuscript Cantabr. in Luke 23:12 for Rec. ἐν ἔχθρα. Of Hebrew origin ('Ashdowd); Azotus (i.e. Ashdod), a place in Palestine -- Azotus. see HEBREW 'Ashdowd |
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