1348. dikastés

Lexicon

dikastés: Judge

Original Word: δικαστής
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: dikastés
Pronunciation: dee-kas-tace'
Phonetic Spelling: (dik-as-tace')
Definition: Judge
Meaning: a judge.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

judge.

From a derivative of dike; a judger -- judge.

see GREEK dike

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from dikazó (to judge)
Definition
a judge
NASB Translation
judge (2).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 1348: δικαστής

δικαστής, δικαστοῦ, ὁ (δικάζω), a judge, arbitrator, umpire: Luke 12:14 (here critical texts κριτήν); Acts 7:27 (from Exodus 2:14); Acts 7:35. (the Sept. for שֹׁפֵט; in Greek writings (Aeschylus and) Herodotus on.) [SYNONYMS: δικαστής, κριτής: according to etymol. and classic usage δικαστής is the more dignified and official term; κριτής gives prominence to the mental process, whether the 'judge' be a magistrate or not. Schmidt, chapter 18, 6.]

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from δίκη (dikē), meaning "justice" or "judgment."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H8199 שָׁפַט (shaphat): To judge, govern, or vindicate.
• H6414 פָּלִיל (palil): Judge, arbitrator.
• H1781 דַּיָּן (dayyan): Judge, arbiter.

These Hebrew terms share a similar semantic range with δικαστής, emphasizing the role of a judge or one who exercises judicial authority. They are used throughout the Old Testament to describe individuals who are appointed to administer justice and make legal decisions, reflecting the continuity of this concept across both Testaments.

Usage: The term δικαστής is used in the New Testament to refer to a judge, particularly in the context of legal or judicial proceedings. It emphasizes the role of an individual who is responsible for rendering decisions based on law and justice.

Context: The Greek term δικαστής appears in the New Testament, specifically in the context of legal and judicial authority. It is used to describe individuals who hold the responsibility of making judgments in legal matters. The role of a δικαστής is significant in maintaining justice and order within society, as they are tasked with interpreting and applying the law impartially.

In the Berean Standard Bible, δικαστής is found in passages that highlight the importance of fair and righteous judgment. For example, in Acts 7:27, Stephen recounts the story of Moses, where one of the Israelites questions Moses' authority by asking, "Who made you ruler and judge over us?" Here, δικαστής is used to denote the role of a judge in a dispute.

The concept of δικαστής is deeply rooted in the biblical understanding of justice, which is a central theme throughout Scripture. Judges are expected to act with integrity, wisdom, and fairness, reflecting the divine justice of God. The New Testament encourages believers to seek justice and to respect those in positions of judicial authority, as they serve a crucial function in upholding the moral and legal standards of the community.

Forms and Transliterations

δικασταί δικαστάς δικαστην δικαστήν δικαστὴν δικαστής dikasten dikastēn dikastḗn dikastḕn

Englishman's Concordance

Acts 7:27 N-AFS
GRK: ἄρχοντα καὶ δικαστὴν ἐφ' ἡμῶν
NAS: MADE YOU A RULER AND JUDGE OVER US?
KJV: a ruler and a judge over us?
INT: ruler and judge over us

Acts 7:35 N-AFS
GRK: ἄρχοντα καὶ δικαστήν τοῦτον ὁ
NAS: YOU A RULER AND A JUDGE?' is the one whom
KJV: a ruler and a judge? the same did God
INT: ruler and judge him whom

Strong's Greek 1348
2 Occurrences

δικαστὴν — 2 Occ.