1393. Dorkas

Lexicon

Dorkas: Dorcas

Original Word: Δορκάς
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: Dorkas
Pronunciation: dor-KAS
Phonetic Spelling: (dor-kas')
Definition: Dorcas
Meaning: Dorcas, the Greek name of Tabitha.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Dorcas.

Gazelle; Dorcas, a Christian woman -- Dorcas.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from derkomai (to see clearly)
Definition
"gazelle" (an animal with large bright eyes), Dorcas, a Christian woman
NASB Translation
Dorcas (2).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 1393: Δορκάς

Δορκάς, δορκάδος, ἡ (properly, a wild she-goat a gazelle, "παρά τό δέρκω, τό βλέπω. Ὀξυδερκες γάρ τό ζοων καί ἐυομματον Etym. Magn. (284, 6)), Dorcas, a certain Christian woman: Acts 9:36, 39; see Ταβιθά.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word δορκάς (dorkas), meaning "gazelle" or "doe."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for the name Dorcas, as it is a Greek name. However, the concept of a "gazelle" or "doe" can be related to the Hebrew word צְבִי (tsvi), Strong's Hebrew 6646, which also means "gazelle" or "beauty."

Usage: The name Dorcas is used in the New Testament to refer to a Christian disciple known for her charitable works and acts of kindness. She is also known by the Aramaic name Tabitha.

Context: Dorcas, also known as Tabitha, is a notable figure in the New Testament, specifically mentioned in the Book of Acts. She was a disciple in the city of Joppa, renowned for her good works and acts of charity, particularly in making garments for widows and the needy. Her story is recounted in Acts 9:36-42.

In Acts 9:36 (BSB), it is written: "In Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha (which is translated as Dorcas), who was always occupied with works of kindness and charity." Dorcas fell ill and died, and her body was laid in an upper room. The disciples in Joppa, hearing that Peter was nearby in Lydda, sent for him urgently. Upon his arrival, Peter was taken to the upper room where Dorcas' body lay. The widows stood by, weeping and showing the garments Dorcas had made while she was with them.

Peter sent everyone out of the room, knelt down, and prayed. Turning to the body, he said, "Tabitha, get up." She opened her eyes, and upon seeing Peter, she sat up. He gave her his hand and helped her to her feet. Then he called the saints and widows and presented her to them alive. This miraculous event became known throughout Joppa, and many believed in the Lord as a result.

Dorcas' story highlights the impact of a life dedicated to service and the power of faith. Her resurrection by Peter's prayer is a testament to the early Christian community's belief in the power of God to work miracles through His apostles.

Forms and Transliterations

δόρασι δόρατα δόρατι δόρατος δοράτων δορκάδα δορκάδες δορκάδι δορκάδος δορκάδων Δορκας Δορκάς δόρκωνι δόρυ Dorkas Dorkás

Englishman's Concordance

Acts 9:36 N-NFS
GRK: διερμηνευομένη λέγεται Δορκάς αὕτη ἦν
NAS: [in Greek] is called Dorcas); this woman
KJV: is called Dorcas: this woman
INT: translated is called Dorcas She was

Acts 9:39 N-NFS
GRK: οὖσα ἡ Δορκάς
NAS: and garments that Dorcas used to make
KJV: which Dorcas made,
INT: being Dorcas

Strong's Greek 1393
2 Occurrences

Δορκάς — 2 Occ.