Strong's Lexicon graódés: Old wives' tales, myths, or fables Original Word: γραῶδες Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word γραῦς (graus), meaning "old woman." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for γραῶδες, the concept of avoiding falsehood and adhering to truth is echoed in various Old Testament passages, such as Proverbs 30:8, which speaks against falsehood and lies. Usage: The term γραῶδες is used to describe something that is characteristic of old wives' tales—stories or myths that are often considered trivial, superstitious, or lacking in truth. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to caution against being swayed by such tales, emphasizing the importance of sound doctrine and truth. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, stories and myths were a common part of cultural tradition, often passed down orally through generations. These tales were sometimes used to explain natural phenomena or teach moral lessons but were not always based on factual truth. The early Christian community, surrounded by various cultural influences, was encouraged to discern and hold fast to the truth of the Gospel amidst these prevailing narratives. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom graus (an old woman) and -ódés (suff. denoting similarity) Definition characteristic of old women, anile NASB Translation fit only (1), old women (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1126: γραώδηςγραώδης, γραωδες (from γραῦς an old woman, and εἶδος), old-womanish, anile (A. V. old wives'): 1 Timothy 4:7. (Strabo 1, p. 32 (p. 44, Sieben. edition); Galen; others.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance silly, wives' tale. From graus (an old woman) and eidos; crone-like, i.e. Silly -- old wives'. see GREEK eidos Forms and Transliterations γραωδεις γραώδεις graodeis graōdeis graṓdeisLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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