117. Athénaios
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Athénaios: Athenian

Original Word: Ἀθηναῖος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: Athénaios
Pronunciation: ath-ay'-nah-yos
Phonetic Spelling: (ath-ay-nah'-yos)
Definition: Athenian
Meaning: Athenian, belonging to Athens.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
Athenian.

From Athenai; an Athenoean or inhabitant of Athenae -- Athenian.

see GREEK Athenai

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from Athénai
Definition
Athenian
NASB Translation
Athenians (1), Athens (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 117: Ἀθηναῖος

Ἀθηναῖος, , , Athenian: Acts 17:21f.

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from Ἀθῆναι (Athēnai), the Greek name for the city of Athens.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for Ἀθηναῖος, as it specifically refers to a Greek city and its inhabitants. However, the concept of a city and its people can be related to various Hebrew terms for cities and their residents, though none directly correspond to Athens or Athenians.

Usage: The term Ἀθηναῖος is used in the New Testament to refer to individuals from Athens. It appears in the context of describing people who are native to or residing in Athens.

Context: The term Ἀθηναῖος is found in the New Testament in the Book of Acts. Athens, the city from which the term is derived, was a prominent city in ancient Greece, renowned for its philosophical schools, art, and architecture. It was a center of learning and culture during the classical period and continued to hold significance during the Roman era.

In Acts 17:21, the Berean Standard Bible (BSB) states: "Now all the Athenians and foreigners who lived there spent their time doing nothing more than hearing and articulating new ideas." This passage highlights the Athenians' reputation for intellectual curiosity and their engagement with new philosophies and teachings. The Apostle Paul visited Athens and addressed the people at the Areopagus, engaging with their philosophical interests and presenting the message of the Gospel.

The Athenians were known for their pursuit of wisdom and knowledge, often engaging in discussions and debates about various philosophical and religious ideas. This cultural backdrop provides context for Paul's discourse in Athens, where he sought to connect with the Athenians' intellectual pursuits while introducing them to the truth of the Christian faith.

Forms and Transliterations
Αθηναιοι Ἀθηναῖοι Athenaioi Athenaîoi Athēnaioi Athēnaîoi
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Englishman's Concordance
Acts 17:21 Adj-NMP
GRK: Ἀθηναῖοι δὲ πάντες
NAS: all the Athenians and the strangers
KJV: (For all the Athenians and strangers
INT: Athenians moreover all

Acts 17:22 Adj-VMP
GRK: ἔφη Ἄνδρες Ἀθηναῖοι κατὰ πάντα
NAS: Men of Athens, I observe
KJV: [Ye] men of Athens, I perceive
INT: said Men Athenians in all things

Strong's Greek 117
2 Occurrences


Ἀθηναῖοι — 2 Occ.















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