1504. eikón

Lexicon

eikón: Image, likeness, representation

Original Word: εἰκών
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: eikón
Pronunciation: i-KONE
Phonetic Spelling: (i-kone')
Definition: Image, likeness, representation
Meaning: an image, likeness, bust.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

image.

From eiko; a likeness, i.e. (literally) statue, profile, or (figuratively) representation, resemblance -- image.

see GREEK eiko

HELPS Word-studies

1504 eikṓn (from 1503 /eíkō, "be like") – properly, "mirror-like representation," referring to what is very close in resemblance (like a "high-definition" projection, as defined by the context). Image (1504 /eikṓn) then exactly reflects its source (what it directly corresponds to). For example, Christ is the very image (1504 /eikṓn, supreme expression) of the Godhead (see 2 Cor 4:4; Col 1:15).

"1504 (eikṓn) assumes a prototype, of which it not merely resembles, but from which it is drawn" (R. Trench). 1504 (eikṓn) then is more than a "shadow"; rather it is a replication (F. F. Bruce, Hebrews, 226; see also Lightfoot at Col 3:10 and 2:21).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from eikó
Definition
an image, i.e. lit. statue, fig. representation
NASB Translation
form (1), image (19), likeness (3).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 1504: εἰκών

εἰκών, εἰκόνος (accusative ἐικοναν, Revelation 13:14 Lachmann; see ἄρσην, ἡ (ἘΙΚΩ which see); (from Aeschylus and Herodotus down); the Sept. mostly for צֶלֶם; an image, figure, likeness;

a. Matthew 22:20; Mark 12:16; Luke 20:24; Romans 1:23; 1 Corinthians 15:49; Revelation 13:14; Revelation 14:9, 11; Revelation 15:2; Revelation 16:2; Revelation 19:20; Revelation 20:4; ἡ εἰκών τῶν πραγμάτων, the image of the things (namely, the heavenly things), in Hebrews 10:1, is opposed to ἡ σκιά, just as in Cicero, de off. 3, 17solida et expressa effigies is opposed toumbra; εἰκών τοῦ Θεοῦ is used of the moral likeness of renewed men to God, Colossians 3:10; εἰκών τοῦ υἱοῦ τοῦ Θεοῦ the image of the Son of God, into which true Christians are transformed, is likeness not only to the heavenly body (cf. 1 Corinthians 15:49; Philippians 3:21), but also to the most holy and blessed state of mind, which Christ possesses: Romans 8:29; 2 Corinthians 3:18.

b. metonymically, εἰκών τίνος, the image of one; one in whom the likeness of anyone is seen: εἰκών Θεοῦ is applied to man, on account of his power of command (see δόξα, III. 3 a. α.), 1 Corinthians 11:7; to Christ, on account of his divine nature and absolute moral excellence, Colossians 1:15; 2 Corinthians 4:4; (cf. Lightfoot and Meyer on Colossians, the passage cited). [SYNONYMS: εἰκών, ὁμοίωμα: ὁμοίωμα denotes often not mere similarity but likeness (see ὁμοίωμα, b. and cf. Meyer on Romans 1:23), visible conformity to its object; εἰκών adds to the idea of likeness the suggestions of representation (as a derived likeness) and manifestation. Cf. Trench, § xv.; Lightfoot as above]

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the root word εἴκω (eikō), meaning "to be like" or "resemble."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The concept of εἰκών in the Greek New Testament corresponds to several Hebrew terms in the Old Testament, most notably צֶלֶם (tselem, Strong's Hebrew 6754), which is used in Genesis 1:26-27 to describe humanity being made in the "image" of God. This foundational idea establishes the intrinsic value and dignity of human beings as bearers of God's image, a theme that resonates throughout the biblical narrative.

Usage: In the New Testament, εἰκών is used to describe both physical and spiritual likenesses. It is often employed to convey the concept of humans being made in the image of God, as well as the representation of Christ as the image of God.

Context: The Greek word εἰκών appears in several key New Testament passages, emphasizing the theological concept of representation and likeness. In Romans 8:29, believers are predestined "to be conformed to the image of His Son," highlighting the transformative process of becoming like Christ. In 2 Corinthians 4:4, Christ is described as "the image of God," underscoring His divine nature and role as the perfect representation of the Father.

Colossians 1:15 refers to Christ as "the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation," indicating His preeminence and divine authority. This passage affirms the belief in Christ's unique role in creation and His embodiment of God's character and essence.

The concept of εἰκών also extends to ethical and moral dimensions, as believers are called to reflect the image of Christ in their lives. This transformative aspect is seen in passages like Colossians 3:10, where believers are encouraged to "put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator."

Theologically, εἰκών serves as a profound reminder of humanity's original purpose and destiny—to reflect God's glory and character. It also points to the ultimate restoration and fulfillment of this purpose through Christ, who perfectly embodies the image of God.

Forms and Transliterations

εικονα εικόνα εἰκόνα εικόνας εικονι εικόνι εἰκόνι εικονος εικόνος εἰκόνος εικων εικών εἰκὼν ειλημένος είλησε eikon eikōn eikṑn eikona eikóna eikoni eikóni eikonos eikónos

Englishman's Concordance

Matthew 22:20 N-NFS
GRK: Τίνος ἡ εἰκὼν αὕτη καὶ
NAS: to them, Whose likeness and inscription
KJV: [is] this image and
INT: Whose [is] the likeness this and

Mark 12:16 N-NFS
GRK: Τίνος ἡ εἰκὼν αὕτη καὶ
NAS: to them, Whose likeness and inscription
KJV: [is] this image and
INT: Whose [is] the likeness this and

Luke 20:24 N-AFS
GRK: τίνος ἔχει εἰκόνα καὶ ἐπιγραφήν
NAS: Whose likeness and inscription
KJV: Whose image and
INT: whose has it image and inscription

Romans 1:23 N-GFS
GRK: ἐν ὁμοιώματι εἰκόνος φθαρτοῦ ἀνθρώπου
NAS: God for an image in the form
KJV: into an image made like
INT: into a likeness of an image of mortal man

Romans 8:29 N-GFS
GRK: συμμόρφους τῆς εἰκόνος τοῦ υἱοῦ
NAS: [to become] conformed to the image of His Son,
KJV: [to be] conformed to the image of his
INT: conformed to the image of the Son

1 Corinthians 11:7 N-NFS
GRK: τὴν κεφαλήν εἰκὼν καὶ δόξα
NAS: covered, since he is the image and glory
KJV: forasmuch as he is the image and
INT: the head image and glory

1 Corinthians 15:49 N-AFS
GRK: ἐφορέσαμεν τὴν εἰκόνα τοῦ χοϊκοῦ
NAS: as we have borne the image of the earthy,
KJV: we have borne the image of the earthy,
INT: we bore the image of the [one] made of dust

1 Corinthians 15:49 N-AFS
GRK: καὶ τὴν εἰκόνα τοῦ ἐπουρανίου
NAS: bear the image of the heavenly.
KJV: also bear the image of the heavenly.
INT: also the image of the [one] heavenly

2 Corinthians 3:18 N-AFS
GRK: τὴν αὐτὴν εἰκόνα μεταμορφούμεθα ἀπὸ
NAS: into the same image from glory
KJV: into the same image from
INT: the same image are being transformed from

2 Corinthians 4:4 N-NFS
GRK: ὅς ἐστιν εἰκὼν τοῦ θεοῦ
NAS: of Christ, who is the image of God.
KJV: who is the image of God, should shine
INT: who is [the] image of God

Colossians 1:15 N-NFS
GRK: ὅς ἐστιν εἰκὼν τοῦ θεοῦ
NAS: He is the image of the invisible God,
KJV: Who is the image of the invisible God,
INT: who is [the] image of the God

Colossians 3:10 N-AFS
GRK: ἐπίγνωσιν κατ' εἰκόνα τοῦ κτίσαντος
NAS: according to the image of the One who created
KJV: after the image of him that created
INT: knowledge according to [the] image of the [one] having created

Hebrews 10:1 N-AFS
GRK: αὐτὴν τὴν εἰκόνα τῶν πραγμάτων
NAS: [and] not the very form of things,
KJV: the very image of the things,
INT: itself the image of the things

Revelation 13:14 N-AFS
GRK: γῆς ποιῆσαι εἰκόνα τῷ θηρίῳ
KJV: that they should make an image to the beast,
INT: earth to make an image to the beast

Revelation 13:15 N-DFS
GRK: πνεῦμα τῇ εἰκόνι τοῦ θηρίου
NAS: breath to the image of the beast,
KJV: life unto the image of the beast,
INT: breath to the image of the beast

Revelation 13:15 N-NFS
GRK: λαλήσῃ ἡ εἰκὼν τοῦ θηρίου
KJV: that the image of the beast
INT: should speak the image of the beast

Revelation 13:15 N-DFS
GRK: προσκυνήσωσιν τῇ εἰκόνι τοῦ θηρίου
KJV: worship the image of the beast
INT: would worship the image of the beast

Revelation 14:9 N-AFS
GRK: καὶ τὴν εἰκόνα αὐτοῦ καὶ
NAS: the beast and his image, and receives
KJV: and his image, and receive
INT: and the image of it and

Revelation 14:11 N-AFS
GRK: καὶ τὴν εἰκόνα αὐτοῦ καὶ
NAS: the beast and his image, and whoever
KJV: and his image, and whosoever
INT: and the image of it and

Revelation 15:2 N-GFS
GRK: ἐκ τῆς εἰκόνος αὐτοῦ καὶ
NAS: the beast and his image and the number
KJV: over his image, and over
INT: of the image of it and

Revelation 16:2 N-DFS
GRK: προσκυνοῦντας τῇ εἰκόνι αὐτοῦ
KJV: his image.
INT: doing homage to the image of it

Revelation 19:20 N-DFS
GRK: προσκυνοῦντας τῇ εἰκόνι αὐτοῦ ζῶντες
KJV: his image. These both
INT: worship the image of it Alive

Revelation 20:4 N-AFS
GRK: οὐδὲ τὴν εἰκόνα αὐτοῦ καὶ
NAS: or his image, and had not received
KJV: neither his image, neither
INT: nor the image of him and

Strong's Greek 1504
23 Occurrences

εἰκὼν — 6 Occ.
εἰκόνα — 10 Occ.
εἰκόνι — 4 Occ.
εἰκόνος — 3 Occ.