Strong's Lexicon hekatontarchés or hekatontarchos: Centurion Original Word: ἑκατοντάρχης or ἑκατοντάρχος Word Origin: Derived from the Greek words ἑκατόν (hekaton), meaning "hundred," and ἄρχων (archon), meaning "ruler" or "leader." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "centurion," the role of military leaders can be seen in terms like שַׂר (sar), meaning "prince" or "chief," which is used for leaders or commanders in the Old Testament. Usage: The term "hekatontarchés" or "hekatontarchos" refers to a centurion, a commander in the Roman army responsible for leading a century, which typically consisted of about 100 soldiers. In the New Testament, centurions are often depicted as figures of authority and respect, sometimes demonstrating faith and integrity. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Roman military hierarchy, centurions were crucial leaders known for their discipline, leadership skills, and experience. They were often promoted from the ranks due to their valor and competence. Centurions played a significant role in maintaining order and executing military strategies. Their presence in the New Testament highlights the Roman influence and governance over Judea during the time of Jesus and the early church. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom hekaton and archó Definition a centurion, a captain of one hundred men NASB Translation centurion (16), centurion's (1), centurions (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1543: ἑκατοντάρχηςἑκατοντάρχης, Ἑκατοντάρχου, ὁ (ἑκατόν and ἄρχω; on the terminations ἀρχῆς and ἀρχός see the full exposition in Winers Grammar, 61 (60); cf. Buttmann, 73 (64); Bornemann, Schol. ad Luc., p. 151f; (Tdf. Proleg., p. 117; WHs Appendix, p. 156f)), a centurion: Matthew 8:(5 and 8 Tdf.), 13 G L T Tr WH; (Matthew 27:54 T); Luke 7:(2 (?)), 6 T WH; (Luke 23:47 T Tr WH); Acts 10:1, 22; Acts 21:32 L T Tr WH; (Acts 22:26 L T WH); ἑκατόνταρχοςἑκατόνταρχος, Ἑκατοντάρχου, ὁ, equivalent to ἑκατοντάρχης, which see: Matthew 8:5, 8 (in 5, 8, Tdf. ἑκατοντάρχης), STRONGS NT 1543a: ἐκβαίνωἐκβαίνω: 2 aorist ἐξεβην; (from Homer down); to go out: Hebrews 11:15 L T Tr WH. Or hekatontarchos hek-at-on'-tar-khos; from hekaton and archo; the captain of one hundred men -- centurion. see GREEK hekaton see GREEK archo Englishman's Concordance Matthew 8:5 N-NMSGRK: προσῆλθεν αὐτῷ ἑκατόνταρχος παρακαλῶν αὐτὸν NAS: Capernaum, a centurion came KJV: unto him a centurion, beseeching INT: came to him a centurion imploring him Matthew 8:8 N-NMS Matthew 8:13 N-DMS Matthew 27:54 N-NMS Luke 7:2 N-GMS Luke 7:6 N-NMS Luke 23:47 N-NMS Acts 10:1 N-NMS Acts 10:22 N-NMS Acts 21:32 N-AMP Acts 22:25 N-AMS Acts 22:26 N-NMS Acts 23:17 N-GMP Acts 23:23 N-GMP Acts 24:23 N-DMS Acts 27:1 N-DMS Acts 27:6 N-NMS Acts 27:11 N-NMS Acts 27:31 N-DMS Acts 27:43 N-NMS Acts 28:16 Noun-NMS Strong's Greek 1543 |
|
